Pharmacy Assistant

NORTH OLYMPIC HEALTHCARE NETWORK•Port Angeles, WA

13d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Assist in various tasks or duties consistent with pharmacy assistant as outlined by the Washington State Pharmacy Commission and NOHN policies. Must be flexible and helpful in assisting the responsible pharmacist(s) to improve the operation of NOHN in support of the mission; to provide patient-centered, quality-driven, whole-person healthcare services, accessible to everyone in our community.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or GED
Registration as a Pharmacy Assistant with WA State Pharmacy Commission
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified and renewed on an annual basis
Valid WA State Driver’s license and current vehicle insurance
Customer service skills including phone and front counter skills
Communicate effectively with peers, providers and patients
Attention to detail
Comply with all aspects to state regulations regarding retail pharmacy ancillary personnel utilization
Proficiency in EHR systems
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Cultural sensitivity
Written and spoken English

Responsibilities

Support NOHN retail pharmacy operations
Ensure patient safety and provide excellent customer service
Adhere to all pharmacy policies and procedures
Interact with customers and co-workers in a professional manner
Support compliance with the Health Resources and Service Administration Office of Pharmacy Affairs with regard to the 340B program
Utilize Epic EMR as needed for patient or pharmacy specific medication records
Typing of prescription labels
Filing
Bookkeeping
Pricing
Stocking
Medication delivery
Handle nonprofessional phone inquiries
Documentation of third-party reimbursements
Cash register operation
Utilize proper and consistent application of Lean methodologies and tools (kaizen, kanban)
Support compliance with all Washington State pharmacy requirements
Maintain effective, positive relationships with staff, peers, and management