Pharmacy Clerk

Mackenthun's Fine Foods Pharmacy; Waconia (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Safe & Sick Time

Shift differentials for Sundays &H

10% discount at Mackenthun locations

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Mackenthun’s Fine Foods Pharmacy is seeking a part-time Pharmacy Clerk to support pharmacists and technicians with clerical duties and exceptional customer service. You will handle cashier functions, process prescriptions, and help maintain a clean, organized pharmacy environment.

Responsibilities include assisting patients in person and by phone, managing inventory and invoices, delivering medications, and supporting the OTC stock and monthly statements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 18+ with valid driver’s license and transportation.
• Medical background is preferred but not required.
• Excellent customer service, tact and professionalism.
• Strong problem solving, organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and caregivers in person and over the phone with inquiries and services.
• Operate the cash register to process pharmacy and prescription purchases and obtain signatures.
• Perform clerical tasks including filing prescriptions and managing invoices.
• Support inventory management and communicate with wholesalers as needed.
• Deliver medications to patients and facilities when required.
• Support bookkeeping for patient charge accounts and monthly statements.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Computer skills

English literacy

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cash register

Job description

Description

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Clerk is responsible for supporting pharmacy technicians and pharmacists with clerical duties, providing excellent customer service, performing cashier functions, and assisting with the maintenance of the pharmacy department. The Pharmacy Clerk plays a vital role in promoting the Mackenthun’s Exceptional Experience through all interactions with customers and employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients and caregivers in person and over the phone with general inquiries and services.
• Operate the cash register to process pharmacy and prescription purchases, ensuring accurate and efficient payment processing and obtaining necessary signatures from patients.
• Perform general clerical tasks, including filing and retrieving hard copy prescriptions, organizing completed prescriptions, and assisting in the management of invoices for purchased goods.
• Assist with inventory management, including maintaining stock levels, handling recalled medications, and communicating with wholesalers as needed.
• Help with general housekeeping and maintaining a clean and organized pharmacy environment.
• Deliver medications to patients' homes, as well as nursing and assisted living facilities when necessary.
• Collaborate with the bookkeeping team to maintain accurate patient charge accounts and assist in managing monthly statements for pharmacy charge account customers.
• Work with the GM/HBC department to manage OTC stock and merchandise.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older, with a valid driver’s license, transportation, and proof of vehicle insurance.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Medical background or experience is preferred, but not required.
• Must demonstrate exceptional customer service skills with tact, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently, with strong problem-solving skills and sound decision-making abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and maintain accuracy.
• Strong computer skills and comfort with technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic math skills required.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.

Working Conditions, Physical Demands and Availability

• Fast-paced, indoor environment
• Flexible schedule working evenings and weekends.
• This position is part time, but could possibly become full time.

Benefits Summary for Part Time:

• Earned Safe & Sick Time
• Shift differentials for working Sundays & Holidays
• 10% discount at any Mackenthun’s locations
• Referral bonuses