Pharmacy Assistant - Inpatient Pharmacy

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • New Orleans, LA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

This job performs a variety of clerical tasks to provide support to the assigned department and/or manager. Assumes responsibility for computer data entry, typing and copying miscellaneous paperwork, and maintaining various report files. Schedule: Days and evening shifts available To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• 1 year office experience
• Effective verbal and written communication skills to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently, set priorities and maintain complete confidentiality.
• Excellent organization and time management skills required to effectively perform several tasks simultaneously.
• Strong typing capabilities and a basic understanding of data processing.

Nice To Haves

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with EPIC

Responsibilities

• Answers phones and conveys messages to staff accurately and in a timely manner.
• Enters patient data into the computer system and prints computer generated reports.
• Assists with the filing and maintenance of department records.
• Communicates in a professional, positive and clam manner to facilitate a cooperative and collaborative environment.
• Assists departmental staff when needed.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED