Pharmacy Assistant
NORTH OLYMPIC HEALTHCARE NETWORK•Port Angeles, WA
•$17 - $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
- Regular attendance and punctuality are expected and required
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds
- Stand and/or sit for long periods of time, up to 8 hours
- Able to bend and twist body
- Handle repetitive movements
- Kneel or crouch as needed
Responsibilities
- Support NOHN retail pharmacy operations
- Able to ensure patient safety and provide excellent customer service
- Aware of and adhere to all pharmacy policies and procedures
- Interacts 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
- Handling Third Party Insurance Plans and Prior Authorizations
- Typing of prescription labels
- Filing
- Bookkeeping, Pricing
- Stocking
- Medication delivery
- 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
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
- 4% 401k Contribution
- $50 a month HRA contribution to be used towards qualifying medical expenses
- Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
