Registered Pharmacist

Hy-Vee; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Hy-Vee West Des Moines is seeking a Registered Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team. The role focuses on filling prescriptions, counseling patients, and supporting wellness programs in a fast-paced retail setting.

Responsibilities include immunizations, inventory control, and collaboration with store leadership to promote patient care and HIPAA-compliant confidentiality.

Qualifications

• College degree and licensure in pharmacy required.
• 6 months to 1 year of similar or related work experience.
• Ability to administer immunizations required.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service to customers.
• Fill and verify prescriptions and counsel patients.
• Assist with inventory, invoicing, and third-party accounts reconciliation.
• Administer immunizations as certified.

Skills

Customer service

Pharmacist counseling

HIPAA compliance

Immunizations

Inventory management

Education

Pharmacy degree

State licensure

Job description

## Registered PharmacistApply: West Des Moines #2, Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA: Part time: Posted Today: End Date: October 1, 2026 (13 days left to apply): R252207Additional Considerations (if any):Professional License/Certification Required**-****At Hy-Vee our people are our strength. We promise “a helpful smile in every aisle” and those smiles can only come from a workforce that is fully engaged and committed to supporting our customers and each other.****Job Description:****Job Title:** Registered Pharmacist**Department:** Pharmacy**FLSA:** Hourly**Revision Date:** 07/2026**About Hy-Vee**At Hy-Vee, we believe the shortest distance between two people is a smile. We're seeking people with a passion for customer service, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to being part of a team that strives to make our customers' lives easier, healthier and happier.**The Role and Why It's Important**Our Registered Pharmacists are trusted healthcare professionals who play a vital role in the health and wellbeing of our customers and communities. In this role, you'll fill and verify prescriptions, counsel patients, support your pharmacy team, and help build growth through wellness programs and community outreach.If you are a licensed pharmacist who is passionate about patient care and committed to delivering exceptional service every day, we'd love to have you on our team.**What You'll Do**No two days are exactly the same, but here's what you can expect:* Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile, learning their names, and making every interaction a positive one* Fill and verify prescriptions and counsel patients in accordance with OBRA '90 regulations and all state and federal statutes and regulations* Assist with controlled substance inventory on an annual basis or as recommended* Assist with inventory control including ordering, stocking merchandise, checking invoices, and entering inventory information* Assist with reconciliation and balancing of third-party accounts and monthly inventory* Assist the HBC manager with ordering and merchandising over-the-counter products* Coach, counsel, and train pharmacy employees and participate in additional education and training* Visit schools, doctor's offices, and senior centers to market pharmacy services* Build growth and sales through counseling and wellness programs* Follow security and regulatory procedures including Quality Assurance Programs* Assume responsibility for the department in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager* Partner with other departments and staff to promote wellness and the pharmacy* Communicate continually with the Pharmacy Manager about procedural changes, issues, or corporate communications* Administer immunizations as certified* Maintain the confidentiality of customers' private medical information and prescription drug pricing in accordance with HIPAA* Adhere to all Hy-Vee policies, store guidelines, and all statutes and regulations pertaining to a registered pharmacist* Report to work when scheduled and on time**Your Skills*** Apply logical and scientific thinking to solve problems involving both abstract and concrete variables* Perform arithmetic, algebraic, and geometric calculations accurately* Compose original correspondence, follow technical manuals, and evaluate technical data* Counsel and advise patients and interact professionally with healthcare providers, team members, and store leadership* Maintain a high level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient and financial information**Reporting Relationships****Accountable and Reports to:** Store Director; Store Manager; Assistant Managers of Store Operations, Perishables, and Health Wellness Home; Pharmacy Department Manager; Pharmacy Supervisor**Direct Reports:** Pharmacy Technician; Pharmacy Clerk; Delivery Person; Pharmacy Students**Education and Experience*** College degree and licensure in pharmacy required; must maintain continuing education to keep license active* 6 months to 1 year of similar or related work experience required* Medication Therapy Management (MTM) preferred* Ability to administer immunizations required**Physical Requirements*** Ability to frequently stand and walk throughout a shift in the pharmacy and dispensing area, including extended periods at a pharmacy counter or workstation while verifying and processing prescriptions* Ability to verify, dispense, and counsel patients on prescriptions, and administer immunizations, in accordance with state and federal pharmacy regulations* Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and sharps (needles, lancets) associated with immunization administration and pharmacy operations* Ability to perform repetitive standing, walking, reaching, and bending associated with order fulfillment, POS transactions, and cleaning/sanitation duties**Working Environment**This is a fast-paced role in a retail pharmacy where you will handle multiple tasks throughout your shift including filling prescriptions, answering the telephone, and assisting customers. There is occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals or solvents during compounding, including chemotherapy drugs. This pharmacy handles and prepares hazardous drugs; personnel of reproductive capability should be aware that exposure may cause acute and chronic effects, and that following all pharmacy policies and procedures is essential to minimizing risk. Safety is always a priority, and training is provided to help ensure a safe and supportive work environment.Are you ready to smile, apply today.*Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre employment drug screen.*