Retail Pharmacy Intern

Hy-Vee; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Hy-Vee in Ankeny, IA is seeking a part-time Retail Pharmacy Intern to provide prompt, friendly service while working under a licensed pharmacist.

You will fill prescriptions, assist with inventory control, prepare labels, and help training staff, while upholding HIPAA and safety standards in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. This role offers hands-on experience with pharmacy software and customer interactions, ideal for students seeking a career in pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Six months or less of similar or related work experience.
• Enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy and registered with State Pharmacy Board as an intern.

Responsibilities

• Fills and processes prescriptions.
• Provides prompt and friendly service.
• Assists with inventory and ordering.
• Maintains confidentiality and follows HIPAA rules.

Skills

Customer service

Pharmacy software

Inventory management

HIPAA compliance

Education

Pharmacy student (intern)

Tools

Parata Express

Pharmacy software

Job description

## Retail Pharmacy InternApplylocations: Ankeny #1, 410 N Ankeny Blvd., Ankeny, IAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 25, 2026 (18 days left to apply)job requisition id: R244559Additional 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:** Retail Pharmacy Intern**Department:** Pharmacy**FLSA:** Non-Exempt**General Function**Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service. Fills prescriptions in accordance with all state and federal statutes and regulations under supervision of registered pharmacist.**Core Competencies*** Partnerships* Growth mindset* Results oriented* Customer focused* Professionalism**Reporting Relations**Accountable and Reports to: District Store Director, Store Manager, Pharmacy Department ManagerPositions that Report to you: None**Primary Duties and Responsibilities*** Fills and helps process prescriptions* Provides prompt and efficient service* Assists with inventory control, maintaining inventory levels by ordering and stocking merchandise, checking invoices, and entering inventory information into the computer* Works with co-workers as a team to ensure strict adherence to standard operating procedures and facility policies* Prepares prescriptions* Reports any medication errors to appropriate personnel* Prepares and affixes labels to prescription containers* Assists in training employees* Assists with monthly inventory* Follows security and regulatory procedures including Quality Assurance Programs* Maintains cleanliness of pharmacy and dispensing area* Maintains a professional appearance* Adheres to company policies* Reports to work when scheduled and on time**Secondary Duties and Responsibilities*** Assists in other areas of the store as needed.* Performs other job related duties and special projects as required.**Supervisory Responsibilities**None**Education and Experience**Six months or less of similar or related work experience. Enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy and registered with State Pharmacy Board as an intern.**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics*** Must have the ability to do logical or scientific thinking to solve problems; several abstract and concrete variables.* Must be able to compose original correspondence; follow technical manuals; have increased contact with people; interview counsel or advise people; evaluate technical data.* Have the ability to do arithmetic calculations involving arithmetic, algebraic and geometric calculations.* Must be able to physically exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.* Visual requirements include clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet, and field of vision.* The following physical activity is necessary to perform this job: Fingering, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, lifting, stooping, and reaching.**Working Conditions**Frequent exposure to noise on a daily basis. This position frequently involves a fast work pace in a retail store setting. Must be able to handle multiple tasks (filling scripts, answering telephone, waiting on customers, etc.) every day. There is an occasional exposure to dangerous chemicals/solvents.**Equipment Used to Perform Job**PC with pharmacy software and printer, Parata Express, Gladiator Hand-held unit, pharmacy balance, scanner, calculator, telephone, fax, and copier.**Financial Responsibility**Is fully responsible for company assets including prescription inventory, third party accounts receivable, pharmacy computer and software, and pharmacy fixtures.**Contacts**Has daily contact with pharmacy operations support staff and customers. Has occasional contact with general public, and suppliers/vendors, community or trade/professional organizations and federal/state governmental or regulatory agencies.**Confidentiality**Maintains the confidentiality of the customer’s private medical information according to the HIPAA act. Maintains the confidentiality of prescription drug pricing and costs.Are you ready to smile, apply today.