Pharmacy Clerk — Customer Care & Cash Handling

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a customer-focused receptionist to greet visitors, answer phones, process payments, and support daily operations in a medical setting.

The role requires strong communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment with attention to detail. Experience in a pharmacy or medical office is preferred, and bilingual Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED and one year of appropriate experience.
• Experience in a medical or pharmacy environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with ability to articulate complex ideas for all audiences.
• Self-starter, accountable, able to work with minimal supervision; open to new ideas and able to adapt in a large organization.
• Professionalism, credibility, and commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Greet customers and provide initial assistance; answer phones and direct calls.
• Handle mailings and deliveries, order entry, and register transactions; process payments and deposits.
• May oversee scheduling, training, and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer service

Self-motivation

Attention to detail

Spanish (bilingual)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic EMR/EHR

Willow Ambulatory

Cash handling

Job description

UC San Diego Health is seeking a customer-focused receptionist to greet visitors, answer phones, process payments, and support daily operations in a medical setting.

The role requires strong communication skills, basic computer proficiency, and the ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment with attention to detail. Experience in a pharmacy or medical office is preferred, and bilingual Spanish is a plus.