Pharmacy Clerk - Part Time

OVERVIEW:

Our client, a Global Fortune 50 organization and one of world’s largest distributors of Health care systems, medical supplies & Pharmaceutical products,seeks an accomplished “ Pharmacy Clerk - Part Time”

** JOB ID: JP00005469

** TITLE: Pharmacy Clerk- Part Time

** LOCATION: Onsite Role | Client Location: 2873 Broadway Cheektowaga NY 14227

** DURATION: 3-month assignment with the possibility of extension

** WORK SCHEDULE: Part time, 24 to 32 hours a week Fridays and Sundays are mandatory

• Sunday – 9:00am-2:00pm
• Monday - 9:00am-2:00pm
• Tuesday – 9:00am-2:00pm
• Wednesday– 9:00am-2:00pm
• Friday – 9:00am-5:30pm

Pay Rate: $17.50/hr. W2

Job Responsibilities:

• The ideal candidate will be able to fill prescription requests accurately and efficiently in an automated refill setting. Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Support Associate prepares, packages, sorts and distributes medications in a fast-paced production environment. Maintains continuous, consistent workflow in order to meet daily production goals; and has the ability to work productively independently or in a team environment.
• Manually fill prescription vials with prescribed tablets and capsules. Retrieve and process Unit of Use and Bulk items
• Read computer generated screens to find indicated medication on labeled shelves, verify size and strength of the product before filling order
• Replenish medication in automated cells to full capacity, opening large quantities of bottles and cases of product.
• Basic mathematical reasoning to either count or calculate the appropriate number of units needed to fill prescription.
• Use of handheld scanner unit to scan barcodes of product for replenishment.
• Demonstrate problem resolution skills: ability to recognize, address and escalate issues
• Maintain focus and acute attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks with absolute accuracy.
• Maintains the pharmacy floor in a clean and orderly condition.
• Understands and abides by federal and state HIPAA laws as well as pharmacy standard procedures to ensure patient safety and privacy.
• Processes orders for shipping include folding/packing paperwork and attaching shipping label.
• Ability to fill, pack and ship prescriptions with 100% accuracy and efficiency using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and client supported hardware and software.
• Also responsible for housekeeping and other duties as assigned.
• Adheres to and promotes the Company’s Shared ICARE Principles
• Mandatory overtime required based on business need.

Job Requirements:

• Education: HS diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Able to lift up to 30lbs. Able to select and lift objects from shelves and carry to order filling line. Able to consistently carry 20 – 30 lbs. of merchandise.
• Standing/walking continuously during the shift (8 hours per day)
• Requires bending, twisting, reaching, grasping and pinching.
• Basic math, reading and writing skills required.
• Visual acuity to read computer screens, handheld scanners and labels.
• Additional Qualifications/Job Information: Working knowledge of pharmacy operations and professional standards
• Good computer skills
• Warehouse experience plus
• Exhibit customer service to all team members and strong interpersonal skills in a constantly changing production environment.
• Pharmacy Tech degree (not required in NYS)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Quality focused
• Climate controlled environment
• Positive Attitude – handles adversity and ambiguity well

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: Up to $17.50 per hour

Expected hours: 24 – 32 per week

Physical Setting:

• Office

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18