Pharmacy Assistant

LC - 6J Pharmacy; Ilocos Norte; On-site; PHP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

A local pharmacy in Ilocos Norte is seeking a dedicated Pharmacy Assistant to support the Pharmacist-in-Charge in various pharmacy operations including medication dispensing and customer service. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably experience in a pharmacy setting. Strong communication, detail orientation, and teamwork skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician program preferred.
• Prior experience in a pharmacy setting preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including pharmacy software.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy boxes.

Responsibilities

• Receive and process prescriptions accurately.
• Dispense medications according to prescription instructions.
• Maintain accurate inventory records of all medications.
• Assist patients with questions on medications and insurance.
• Ensure pharmacy is clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Pharmacist-in-Charge.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Attention to Detail

Organization

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of a Pharmacy Technician program

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

The Pharmacy Assistant assists the Pharmacist-in-Charge in all aspects of pharmacy operations, ensuring the safe and efficient dispensing of medications to patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Receive and process prescriptions: Accurately enter prescription information into the pharmacy computer system, verify patient information, and prepare medications for dispensing.
• Dispense medications: Accurately count, measure, and label medications according to prescription instructions.
• Maintain inventory: Assist in maintaining accurate inventory records of all medications, including ordering, receiving, and stocking.
• Provide customer service: Assist patients with questions regarding their medications, insurance coverage, and other pharmacy-related matters.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment: Ensure the pharmacy is clean, organized, and properly stocked at all times.
• Assist with other duties as assigned: May be required to perform other duties as assigned by the Pharmacist-in-Charge, such as data entry, filing, and assisting with administrative tasks.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Pharmacy Technician program preferred.
• Prior experience in a pharmacy setting preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including pharmacy software.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy boxes.

Key Competencies:

• Customer Service: Ability to provide excellent customer service to patients and other healthcare professionals.
• Communication: Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Organization: Ability to maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Teamwork: Ability to work effectively as part of a team.