Retail Pharmacy Intern at Hy-Vee, Inc. in Des Moines, IA

Summary: Hy-Vee, Inc. is a company that values its workforce and is committed to supporting customers. They are seeking a Retail Pharmacy Intern who will provide efficient customer service and assist in filling prescriptions under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. 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 - Assists in other areas of the store as needed - Performs other job related duties and special projects as required Required Qualifications: - Must be 18+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - Is fully responsible for company assets including prescription inventory, third party accounts receivable, pharmacy computer and software, and pharmacy fixtures - Maintains the confidentiality of the customer's private medical information according to the HIPAA act - Maintains the confidentiality of prescription drug pricing and costs Required Skills: Pharmacy software, Inventory control Important Skills: Customer service