Pharmacy Clerk

Kinney Drugs; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,245; Part time

Job summary

Kinney Drugs is seeking a pharmacy assistant in Plattsburgh, NY, to assist pharmacy staff with triaging incoming prescriptions, delivering filled prescriptions to patients, and managing cashier duties. The ideal candidate will possess at least a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for those holding an AS degree or higher. This position offers compensation ranging from $16.00 to $17.60 per hour, along with compliance with various state and federal employment regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• AS Degree or higher preferred.
• Ability to perform cash register duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in triaging incoming prescriptions.
• Verify and gather necessary patient information.
• Deliver prescriptions to the patient.
• Perform cash register duties.

Skills

Customer service

Confidentiality

Cash register operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

AS Degree or higher

Job description

Job Summary: Assist pharmacy staff in the triaging of incoming prescriptions, the delivery of filled prescriptions to the patients, and all cashier duties. Works under direct supervision of a pharmacist and follows standard procedures to accomplish assigned tasks.

Job Duties

• Assist in the Triaging of incoming prescriptions
• Verify and gather necessary patient information including name, address, phone number, date of birth, allergies, chronic conditions, request for non-safety caps and insurance information
• Assess the workload, establish the prescription pick up time and queue the prescription for processing
• Assist in the delivery of prescriptions to the patient, including obtaining patient signatures
• Performing cash register duties within the Pharmacy Department
• Provide quality customer service to all customers
• Perform housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a professional environment, including replenishment of necessary vials and dispensing containers, labels and computer paper supplies
• Maintain confidentiality regarding all patient information
• Must keep current with all State and Federal requirements as related to conditions of employment
• Perform all store clerk duties as needed
• Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Educational Requirements

• Minimum: High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or GED
• Preferred: AS Degree or Higher Required

Special Conditions of Employment

• Drug test
• Initial and continuous exclusion and sanction/disciplinary monitoring
• Any and all additional eligibility requirements based on the specific position

Compensation

$16.00 - 17.60 an hour