Hennepin Healthcare
Pharmacy Assistant - CSC Retail Pharmacy
Hennepin Healthcare, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Job DescriptionPharmacy Assistant - CSC Retail Pharmacy
(252025)**SUMMARY:****Purpose of this position:**Under the supervision of other Pharmacy staff, the Pharmacy Assistant provides prompt, efficient, and friendly customer service in a fast work environment in a community pharmacy setting. Must be able to handle multiple tasks (waiting on customers, putting away medications, performing clerical duties, etc.) every day. Assist technicians and pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of prescription medications.**RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service by exhibiting caring, concern and patience in all patient interactions* Handles cash register transactions accurately and efficiently* Handles inquiries that do not require a certified pharmacy technician or pharmacist's expertise and judgment* Prepares prescriptions to be mailed or couriered to patients* Places completed prescription orders in the appropriate location of the will-call bins* Files paper prescriptions after they have been dispensed* Stocks pharmacy medications and supplies received from distributor/wholesaler and refills vials, paper and labels in the printers, and other general clerical duties as assigned* Assists with returning unclaimed prescriptions from will-call to pharmacy stock* Tubes completed discharge medications to the floors for patients leaving the hospital* Assists with checking pharmacy shelves for medication outdates as determined by pharmacy procedure* Maintains cleanliness of pharmacy and dispensing area* Smiles and greet patients in a friendly manner, whether the encounter takes place in the employee's designated department or elsewhereWe are currently seeking a **Pharmacy Assistant** to join our Clinic and Specialty Center Community Pharmacy team. This position is full-time with benefits, 80 hours per pay period, day/evening shift and every 3rd
weekend. **QUALIFICATIONS:*****Minimum Qualifications:**** High school diploma or equivalent* Previous customer service experience***Preferred Qualifications:**** Previous experience as a pharmacy assistant/clerk* Previous experience managing point-of-sale transactions* Computer and advanced keyboard/typing skills* Ability to speak a second language – Spanish, Somali or Hmong preferred* Working towards a licensed technician certification through a certified national program***Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:**** Be at least 18 years of age* Maintains the confidentiality of the customer's private medical information according to the HIPPA act* Possess strong interpersonal skills; be a team player, and promote positive team environment* Excellent customer service and communication skills* Proficient in the English language* Good attention to detail* Ability to problem solve effectively* Ability to follow policies and procedures* Ability to apply basic math skills* Basic typing skillsYou've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing **Equal Employment Opportunities** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.**Please Note:** Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available **ONLY** for benefit eligible positions)*.* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown CampusEligible for Benefits: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr
(252025)**SUMMARY:****Purpose of this position:**Under the supervision of other Pharmacy staff, the Pharmacy Assistant provides prompt, efficient, and friendly customer service in a fast work environment in a community pharmacy setting. Must be able to handle multiple tasks (waiting on customers, putting away medications, performing clerical duties, etc.) every day. Assist technicians and pharmacists in the preparation and distribution of prescription medications.**RESPONSIBILITIES:*** Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service by exhibiting caring, concern and patience in all patient interactions* Handles cash register transactions accurately and efficiently* Handles inquiries that do not require a certified pharmacy technician or pharmacist's expertise and judgment* Prepares prescriptions to be mailed or couriered to patients* Places completed prescription orders in the appropriate location of the will-call bins* Files paper prescriptions after they have been dispensed* Stocks pharmacy medications and supplies received from distributor/wholesaler and refills vials, paper and labels in the printers, and other general clerical duties as assigned* Assists with returning unclaimed prescriptions from will-call to pharmacy stock* Tubes completed discharge medications to the floors for patients leaving the hospital* Assists with checking pharmacy shelves for medication outdates as determined by pharmacy procedure* Maintains cleanliness of pharmacy and dispensing area* Smiles and greet patients in a friendly manner, whether the encounter takes place in the employee's designated department or elsewhereWe are currently seeking a **Pharmacy Assistant** to join our Clinic and Specialty Center Community Pharmacy team. This position is full-time with benefits, 80 hours per pay period, day/evening shift and every 3rd
weekend. **QUALIFICATIONS:*****Minimum Qualifications:**** High school diploma or equivalent* Previous customer service experience***Preferred Qualifications:**** Previous experience as a pharmacy assistant/clerk* Previous experience managing point-of-sale transactions* Computer and advanced keyboard/typing skills* Ability to speak a second language – Spanish, Somali or Hmong preferred* Working towards a licensed technician certification through a certified national program***Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:**** Be at least 18 years of age* Maintains the confidentiality of the customer's private medical information according to the HIPPA act* Possess strong interpersonal skills; be a team player, and promote positive team environment* Excellent customer service and communication skills* Proficient in the English language* Good attention to detail* Ability to problem solve effectively* Ability to follow policies and procedures* Ability to apply basic math skills* Basic typing skillsYou've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing **Equal Employment Opportunities** to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.**Please Note:** Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.* We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.* We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement *(Available **ONLY** for benefit eligible positions)*.* For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.## Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown CampusEligible for Benefits: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr