Pharmacy Clerk: Patient Care & Prescriptions

Cadient, LLC; Somers Point (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Legal plan

Paid time off

Pension/401(k)

Job summary

ShopRite of Somers Point in Somers Point, NJ seeks a Pharmacy Clerk to deliver a great customer experience while assisting the Pharmacy Department with cash register operation, customer service, stocking, and cleaning to ensure efficient department operation.

The role requires excellent customer service, basic math, and the ability to handle prescriptions and HIPAA-compliant processes in a fast-paced environment. Employees receive benefits under the ShopRite CBA and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must maintain proper state licensing or certifications.
• Ability to read, write, speak, analyze, interpret, and understand the English language.
• Ability to perform basic math.
• Ability to stand/walk for the duration of a scheduled shift.
• Ability to stand, bend, twist, reach, push, pull and regularly lift 25 lbs., and occasionally lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures.
• Ability to tolerate dust and chemical agents during routine housekeeping duties.
• Ability to interact with Customers in a friendly and helpful way.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to work all assigned work schedules and comply with all time and attendance policies.
• Ability to proficiently use all required computer hardware and software.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned.
• Must preserve confidentiality of information.
• Must comply with all company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Greet all Customers and provide them with prompt, courteous service and assistance.
• Accurately ring the sale of prescriptions.
• Accurately and quickly collect proper payment and provide proper change.
• Comply with State and Federal drug laws as regulated by the State Board of Pharmacy, HIPAA, the Drug Enforcement Agency and the Food and Drug Administration.
• Maintain appropriate security of Pharmacy Department.
• Exhibit the utmost professionalism and confidentiality when dealing with patients and their health information.
• Answer the telephone in a friendly and efficient manner.
• Take prescriptions from patients/customers and verify name, address, telephone number, date of birth, allergies, and insurance information.
• Organize and stock pharmaceuticals as directed by Pharmacist.
• Help Customers locate over-the-counter stock.
• Be knowledgeable of products carried in the Department.
• Complete the HIPAA Privacy and Security training modules.
• Be familiar with the functions of the digital processing equipment and be able to differentiate between the various types of images and related merchandise (if applicable).
• Maintain a clean, neat, organized and safe work environment.
• Clean and sanitize all work surfaces, utensils and equipment in accordance with department Sanitation and QA standards.
• Keep floor clear of debris and spills.
• Perform duties in accordance with the Company’s HAZCOM program and adhere to manufacturer’s label instructions for the safe and proper use of all chemical products.
• Utilize and maintain equipment as required by department; report any equipment problems immediately.
• Regularly lift, pull, push and rotate merchandise that weights 25 lbs. and that occasionally weights up to 50 lbs.
• Stand at work station for duration of scheduled shift, which may exceed 8 hours per day.
• Check prices and be knowledgeable about location of items in the store.
• Promote for sale any current charitable promotions to Customers.
• Understand and adhere to Company shrink guidelines as relates to departmental operations.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Local, State and Federal regulations as they pertain to the Pharmacy operation.
• Perform all duties in accordance with Company rules, policies, safety requirements, and security standards and all Local, State and Federal health and civil code regulations.
• Complete all applicable department training programs.
• Perform all duties in accordance with all ShopRite Service Priorities (Safety, Friendliness, Presentation, and Efficiency).
• Maintain punctual and regular attendance.
• Work overtime as assigned.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Cash handling

Pharmacy operations

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Job description

ShopRite of Somers Point in Somers Point, NJ seeks a Pharmacy Clerk to deliver a great customer experience while assisting the Pharmacy Department with cash register operation, customer service, stocking, and cleaning to ensure efficient department operation.

The role requires excellent customer service, basic math, and the ability to handle prescriptions and HIPAA-compliant processes in a fast-paced environment. Employees receive benefits under the ShopRite CBA and growth opportunities.