Retail Pharmacy Assistant

Ferry County Health•Republic, WA

3d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Assistant is responsible for assisting the Pharmacist and the Pharmacy Technician in physically taking prescriptions from the customer when legally and professionally advisable. The pharmacy clerk is responsible for operating a register for the sale of prescribed and over the counter drugs, and any other retail sales.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent preferred.
Current WA State Registration/Certification as Pharmacy Assistant or will immediately apply for one upon hire.
Previous retail experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
Checks out patients at register verifying patient name and date of birth for the prescription; charges patient/customer accurately; handles cash, check and charge cards.
Receives and stores incoming deliveries of medication and supplies.
Performs assigned quality control activities on schedule.
Maintains the Drug Store in a clean, orderly manner.
Maintains the Drug Store’s inventory of supplies and reorders accordingly.
Answers the phone in a professional manner; directs calls accordingly.
Knowledgeable of the lay-out of the store; directs patients/customers appropriately.
Maintains a professional, helpful, courteous relationship with all pharmacy/store staff.
Performs other pharmacy/store related duties as requested or required by management.
Actively checks and responds to emails throughout the day.
Completes all mandatory education within the given timeframe.
Maintains regulatory requirements.
Reports to work on time and as scheduled.
Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.
Attends annual review and department in-services as scheduled.
Attends at least 75% of staff meetings; reviews all monthly staff meeting minutes.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices and the employee handbook.
Communicates the mission, vision and values of the organization as well as the focus of the department.
Meets dress code standards for the department; appearance is neat and clean.
All Ferry County Health employees are required to maintain confidentiality in accordance with organizational policy, state and federal regulations, including not but limited to, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).