Registered Pharmacist-Hourly

Hyvee.io; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Ottumwa, IA seeks a Licensed Pharmacist to fill prescriptions, counsel patients, and support the pharmacy team in a fast-paced retail setting with strong customer service.

You will administer immunizations, manage inventory, ensure OBRA-90, HIPAA, and state/federal compliance, and participate in wellness programs and community outreach.

Excellent communication and leadership to mentor staff and collaborate with healthcare providers is essential.

Qualifications

• College degree and licensure in pharmacy required; continuing education to keep license active.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescriptions and verify accuracy.
• Counsel patients on medications and health topics.
• Administer immunizations as certified.
• Assist with inventory management and ordering.

Skills

Customer service

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Counsel patients

Education

Pharmacy degree and license

Job description

Additional 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 pre