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pharmacy assistant

Posted on December 07, 2024 by Employer details Fort station Pharmacy

Job details

*DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Customer Service * Greet customer promptly and gather prescription information according to Standards * Perform duties in priority according to Role assigned on Role Assignment Schedule * Refer to the pharmacist all clinical inquiries * Set realistic customer expectations as to wait times * Locate and cash out prescriptions and any ancillary items * Ensure customers requiring counseling are referred to the Pharmacist * Maintain and control the cash register in the dispensary * Adhere to all confidentiality and privacy requirements *Administration:* * Receive new and repeat prescription orders in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures * Prepare and submit orders with the exception, of controlled drugs and narcotics * Adjudicate third party billing, online and manage manual Third-Party Accounts * Answer telephone and refer to a pharmacist when necessary * Manage incoming faxes according to Pharmacy Standards of Practice * Assist pharmacist in coordinating call backs * Accurately file completed documentation as per Pharmacy Standards of Practice *Prescription Workflow:* * Assist in prescription preparation to company?s standards and professional services * Data entry for new prescriptions, and managing refill request processing * Select medications to fill prescriptions according to Pharmacy Standards of Practice * Efficiently count or measure, package, and label prescriptions, as per Pharmacy Standards * Accurately enter and maintain appropriate data within the applicable Pharmacy systems *Skills & Qualifications:* * High School Diploma * Diploma from a Pharmacy Assistant credited course preferred * Previous Pharmacy Experience Required * Effective organizational skills, ability to multi task * Problem Solving Skills * Strong attention to detail Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $17.72-$20.00 per hour Expected hours: 35 ? 40 per week Benefits: * Flexible schedule * On-site parking * Store discount Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: * Fort Saskatchewan, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Experience: * pharmacy: 1 year (required) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2024-12-31 Expected start date: 2025-01-02