Retail Pharmacy Intern: Patient Care & Learning

Hy-Vee; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Hy-Vee Inc. is seeking a Retail Pharmacy Intern to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy setting while pursuing a pharmacy degree.

In this role, you will fill prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, assist with inventory and quality assurance, and help deliver the exceptional patient care Hy-Vee is known for. Enrolled pharmacy students who are detail-oriented and passionate about patient health are encouraged to apply, with emphasis on confidentiality

Qualifications

• 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 customers and interact professionally with patients, healthcare providers, and team members.
• Maintain a high level of discretion and integrity when handling confidential patient and financial information.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, friendly customer service by greeting customers with a smile and making every interaction a positive one.
• Fill and help process prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist in accordance with all state and federal statutes and regulations.
• Prepare prescriptions and affix labels to prescription containers.
• Report any medication errors to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with inventory control including ordering, stocking merchandise, checking invoices, and entering inventory information.
• Assist with monthly inventory and follow security and regulatory procedures including Quality Assurance Programs.
• Assist in training pharmacy employees.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the pharmacy and dispensing area.
• Maintain the confidentiality of customers' private medical information and prescription drug pricing in accordance with HIPAA.
• Work with co-workers as a team to ensure strict adherence to standard operating procedures and facility policies.
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times.
• Assist in other areas of the store as needed and take on special projects as assigned.
• Adhere to all Hy-Vee policies and store guidelines.
• Report to work when scheduled and on time.

Skills

Logical thinking

Math skills

Technical writing

Customer interaction

Confidentiality

Education

Currently enrolled in accredited college of pharmacy

Registered with State Pharmacy Board as an intern

Job description

Hy-Vee Inc. is seeking a Retail Pharmacy Intern to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced retail pharmacy setting while pursuing a pharmacy degree.

In this role, you will fill prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist, assist with inventory and quality assurance, and help deliver the exceptional patient care Hy-Vee is known for. Enrolled pharmacy students who are detail-oriented and passionate about patient health are encouraged to apply, with emphasis on confidentiality