Pharmacy Department Manager

## Pharmacy Department Manager Apply locations:
Canton, N Main Street, Canton, ILtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
September 14, 2026 (29 days left to apply) job requisition :
R246230
** 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.
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* Job Description:

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* Job Title:

** Pharmacy Department Manager
** Department:
** Pharmacy
* * FLSA:
** Salary
* * 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
** The Pharmacy Department Manager is responsible for the overall operation of the pharmacy department, driving prescription count, patient count, and profitability while delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a strong professional image in the community. In this role, you'll lead and develop your pharmacy team, ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations, and implement cost-effective business practices that support the department's long-term growth.

If you are a licensed pharmacist with strong leadership skills, a passion for patient care, and the drive to build a thriving pharmacy, 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:
* Supervise the operation of the pharmacy department and ensure accurate prescription filling and courteous, efficient service to all customers
* Improve pharmacy prescription sales, profit, patient count, and professional image through strong operational leadership
* Supervise and develop pharmacy staff through proper orientation, training, PTCB certification support, objective setting, and constructive discipline while building morale, motivation, and loyalty
* Manage all referrals submitted by Hy-Vee retail pharmacy locations and coordinate with retail pharmacists as needed
* Recruit and hire pharmacy personnel, manage budgeted payroll and scheduling, minimize overtime, and improve labor cost per prescription
* Recommend and coordinate sales and promotional programs for the pharmacy department
* Analyze and recommend loss prevention procedures and ensure proper implementation of internal controls
* Conduct regularly scheduled inventories, check pharmacy security procedures, and perform mini audits
* Oversee training of pharmacy staff on the designated pharmacy point of sale system and assist in resolving questions and problems
* Review pharmacy department policies, procedures, and inventory to ensure compliance with federal and state pharmacy regulations including DEA and Board of Pharmacy requirements
* Monitor compliance through regular audits and verify that proper records including controlled substance records are maintained and readily available
* Prepare and submit required records and reports for the company and governmental or regulatory authorities as authorized
* Recommend and audit inventory levels based on prescription volume, monitor the designated inventory system, and review daily purchases
* Resolve customer complaints regarding service, pricing, personnel, and all aspects of pharmacy operations
* Build growth and sales through counseling customers on OTC medications and products
* Represent the company through membership and active participation in pharmaceutical professional groups and organizations
* Oversee nursing home accounts and delivery of medications
* Maintain the confidentiality of customers' private medical information in accordance with HIPAA
* Adhere to all Hy-Vee policies, store guidelines, and all statutes and regulations pertaining to pharmacy management
* Report to work when scheduled and work the expected number of hours
** Your Skills
*** Communicate effectively both orally and in…