Wage: $20.50-$25+/hr. DOE

POSITION SUMMARY:  The Certified Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting in the mechanics of prescription filling, customer service, and enhancing the general operation of the pharmacy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Enter prescription information and submit claims using the pharmacy software.
  • Pack, pour, or otherwise fill and label containers for patient end use or pharmacy robot.
  • Reconstituting prescription medications.
  • Complete sale of prescription and non-prescription items using the pharmacy register.
  • Maintain tight inventory control and help replenish pharmacy inventory.
  • Answer phones and interact with other clinic staff and patients.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

  • High school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Current certification by the State of Oregon and the National Board of Pharmacy as a Certified Pharmacy Technician or ability to obtain certification prior to current licensure expiration.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification is preferred, but Siskiyou Community Health Center (SCHC) will provide upon hire.
  • Proof of current immunizations meeting clinic health and immunization standards is preferred or ability to obtain upon hire.
  • General knowledge of Medicare and other health plans for billing of patient’s prescriptions.
  • Excellent knowledge of office processes and procedures, including computer word-processing and data entry.
  • Can demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Can demonstrate effective customer relations skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations, often in stressful environments.
  • Can demonstrate strong organizational skills and effective use of time, working at a rapid pace and managing multiple tasks at the same time.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

  • Lifting, bending, reaching, pushing, carrying, and sitting.
  • Vision and hearing corrected to within normal range.
  • Physical mobility within pharmacy and clinic.

HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS:

  • Minimal exposure to infectious diseases.
  • Work with hazardous substances on a daily basis.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Position is 100% office-based.
  • Occasional evening or weekend work required. Periodic state and national travel.

MACHINES, EQUIPMENT, TOOLS and SUPPLIES USED:

  • Computer, printer, calculator, fax machine, copier, multi-line phone system, pharmacy dispensing robot, vivid counting device, light up will call system, and pharmacy translation devices.
  • Access to an automobile and proof of insurance preferred for occasional coverage at other sites, but this is not a requirement.

To apply, send resume and cover letter to humanresources@siskiyouhealthcenter.com.