Pharmacy Associate

Scope of Responsibilities Works under direct supervision and accurately assists in the processing, filling and shipping of medication orders.

Job Summary Assist technicians and various support staff in the order fulfillment process. Assist in inventory control and station replenishment.

Job Duties

• Pull drugs and match NDC to prescription labels when filling prescriptions
• Check and inspect incoming medication orders for accuracy
• Responsible to assist in the upkeep and cleanliness of each work station and the facility
• Responsible for the proper and accurate filling of each individual order
• Contacts customers on outgoing express shipments and address verification
• Maintain and keep reasonable production as determined by supervisor
• Responsible to maintain quality assurances of all dispensings
• Assist other areas of the pharmacy as needed daily
• May assist in orienting and training new employees
• Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs
• Perform other duties as assigned
  
  
  

Attendance Requirements

• Must be able to work nights and weekends as required
• Must be available, and on-time for scheduled work shifts
  
  
  

Educational Requirements

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred AS Degree or Higher in Business Administration or related field
  
  
  

Experience

• Preferred hospital or retail pharmacy experience preferred
  
  
  

Special Conditions of Employment

• Drug test
• Initial and continuous exclusion and sanction/disciplinary monitoring
• Any and all additional eligibility requirements based on the specific position
  
  
  

Job Skill Requirements

• Strong communication skills
• Excellent organization skills
• Outstanding customer service skills
• General knowledge of medications and physician orders
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize
• Successful completion of a pre-employment and/or random drug screening test
  
  
  

Required Training

• HIPPA Privacy Course
• HIPPA Security Course
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Course
• MethGuard Course
• HIPPA Privacy CE Mastery Exam
• HIPPA Security CE Mastery Exam
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse CE Mastery Exam
• MethGuard CE Mastery Exam
  
  
  

Behavioral Traits Required

• Cooperation Must work harmoniously and effectively with fellow employees, supervisors and others you are in contact with
• Initiative Must work within supervision guidelines and assume additional responsibilities
• Flexibility Must be willing to work variable work schedules, assist others as requested and available, and be willing to perform all assigned work
• Adaptability Must respond to new situations in a positive way, accept change, support new ideas, master new routines and grasp explanations, apply current knowledge in new environments and experiences
• Involvement Must enjoy the demands of the job and work with interest and enthusiasm
• Customer Service Must provide appropriate customer service (for all customers, fellow employees and business partners), listen attentively to their needs and respond appropriately
• Safety Must take care of equipment and employ good safety habits
• Leadership Must gain acceptance of ideas and accomplish goals through subordinates, peers and teams
  
  
  

Compensation

$15.00 - $15.46 an hour

The final offer will be determined after careful consideration of multiple factors such as relevant skills, years of experience and education.

KPH Healthcare Services, Inc. is a multistate organization and abides by all local, state and federal regulations as it pertains to minimum wage requirements.