What are the responsibilities and job description for the Central Fill Pharmacy Assistant position at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic?
Join our team as a Pharmacy Assistant at our Central Fill Pharmacy in Yakima, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job – we are a community committed to the well-being of our members.
We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40 clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.
Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.
Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.
Position Highlights:
$16.97-$20.79 DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
100% employer-paid health insurance, including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine
Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
Work Schedule: This position requires rotating shifts of Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:30 pm and Monday- Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
What You’ll Do:
Package prescriptions to send to the pharmacies verifying correct medication, paperwork, and patient counseling instructions are provided.
Maintain awareness of stock level and enter orders for restocking based on defined minimum inventory levels. Verifies quantity and submits an order to the Wholesaler.
Verify product orders received with invoice and purchase order. Place a sticker on each item and place it on the shelf.
Monitor and check expiration dates on drugs in stock.
Return or discard dispensed prescriptions to stock if a pharmacy returns them.
Answer the phone, answer non-professional level inquiries, and transfer calls to appropriate staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
Pharmacy Assistant state registration within 60 days of employment
Effective verbal and listening communication skills with a customer-oriented approach
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to perform administrative tasks such as answering phones, filing, faxing, scanning, and copying
Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
Ability to organize work while performing multiple tasks requiring attention to detail
Ability to handle sensitive situations and confidential information with discretion
Basic proficiency with a variety of computer systems, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Proficiency in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software, Pharmacy Management software, automated filling software, and/or Patient Communications Systems
Our Mission Statement
“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”
Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!
Salary : $17 - $21
