Pharmacy Courier - Outpatient Pharmacy

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington is seeking a Pharmacy Courier to deliver medications and pharmacy supplies to offsite locations and patient residences. You will ensure accurate delivery, obtain signatures, and use the pharmacy handheld device.

You must have a High School diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Prior courier or pharmacy experience and strong customer service are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid and current state issued driver's license.
• Must maintain proof of automobile insurance meeting state minimums.
• Courier or pharmacy industry experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medications and pharmacy supplies to organizational offsite locations and patient residences.
• Obtain signatures for each delivery.
• Operate the pharmacy handheld device.
• Maintain a safe, timely delivery schedule.
• Assist with other pharmacy-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Basic math

Supervision-free work

Driving skills

Product knowledge

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

POS system

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Hours

• Monday - Friday: 7-6
• Saturday - Sunday: 8-4:30

Job Summary

The Pharmacy Courier is responsible for delivering medications and pharmacy supplies to organizational offsite and patient residential locations via their personal vehicle. The courier is responsible for ensuring that all items are delivered to the correct locations and signatures are obtained for each delivery. The courier must be able to operate the pharmacy electronic handheld device. The courier must have excellent driving skills and follow a delivery schedule efficiently and safely. The courier will assist with other pharmacy related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to operate a point-of-sale computer system.
• Must be able to work with minimal direct supervision.
• Courier or pharmacy industry experience preferred.
• This role requires excellent customer service skills, good verbal communication skills, basic mathematical skills, and knowledge about products and services available.
• Must have a valid and current state issued driver's license.
• Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at his/her own expense) in amounts which meet at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of their residence.
• Clearance of driving record check; Driving records shall not contain any of the following: a suspended or revoked driver's license, 3 or more moving violations in the past 36 months, 2 or more accidents in the past 36 months, 1 or more instances of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) within the past 24 months, at fault in a fatal accident within the past 5 years, leaving the scene of an accident within the past 36 months, and/or reckless driving within the past 12 months.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.

Physical Effort required:

• Constant (67%-100%) - talking, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - reaching, handling/feeling
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, climbing (stairs, ladders, etc), balancing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.