Pharmacy Clerk

Kinney Drugs, Inc.; Town of Lyons (NY); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,245; Full time

Job summary

Kinney Drugs, Inc. is seeking a Pharmacy Technician in Town of Lyons, NY. The role involves assisting pharmacy staff in triaging prescriptions, delivering medications to patients, and managing cashier duties. Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, with preference for those holding an AS Degree or higher. Previous experience in pharmacy settings is also preferred. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $16.00 to $17.60 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum education required is a High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred candidates should have an AS Degree or higher.
• Experience in a hospital or retail pharmacy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist pharmacy staff in triaging incoming prescriptions.
• Verify and gather patient information for prescriptions.
• Deliver filled prescriptions to patients.

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

Vermont Employees: Registered with the State of Vermont as a Pharmacy Technician Experience:

Preferred: Hospital or retail pharmacy experience

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

The final offer will be determined after careful consideration of multiple factors such as relevant skills, years of experience and education.