Pharmacy Assistant - Dartmouth, Canada - AmerisourceBergen

AmerisourceBergen

Verified Company

Dartmouth, Canada

5 days ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

What you will be doing

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assist Pharmacist or the Registered Pharmacy Technician in filling prescriptions;
Assist patients picking up prescriptions;
Enter, scan and process prescriptions using Kroll Pharmacy software
Maintain accurate data in pharmacy files and computer drives;
Verify that customer receives correct prescription(s);
Maintain workflow through effective task prioritization and teamwork
Answer the phone and respond to inquires from internal and external customers
Screen telephone calls for the Pharmacist(s);
Order, receive and maintain inventory of medications;
Prepare and process billings, claims, disbursements and related documents;
Review invoices or other documentation;
Pack and ship prescription orders according to established protocols
Maintain pharmacy records
Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards and, where applicable, internal and contractual obligations
Assist in general housekeeping and administrative duties; and
The Pharmacy Assistant will also be assigned other duties and tasks as required from time to time.
May be required to be on standby/ on call as part of this role.
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:_
High school diploma preferred;
Pharmacy experience an asset;
Proficiency in Kroll an asset;
Organized with the ability to multitask and maintain accuracy;
Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills;
Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
Excellent time management skills;
Bilingualism, French/English is an asset
MINIMUM SKILLS,

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
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Working knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution industry
Strong analytical and mathematical skills
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Effective interpersonal and leadership skills
Effective organizational skills; attention to detail
Ability to consistently meet deadlines
Previous experience in coldchain distribution an asset
Previous experience with biological and/or cytotoxic medication and sterile preparation an asset
Excellent problemsolving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office Programs

What your background should look like

What AmerisourceBergen offers

We offer a competitive total rewards package which includes benefits and compensation.

Our commitment to our eligible population of team members includes benefit programs that are comprehensive, affordable, diverse, and designed to meet the needs of our team members' and their families.

Some of these programs include paid time off including paid parental leave, access to retirement savings vehicles, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, an employee stock purchase program, and other financial, health, and well-being focused benefits.

Because we take a balanced, global approach to our benefits, benefit offerings may vary by location, position, and/or business unit.

Some benefits are company-paid, while others are available through team member contributions. For details visit

Schedule

Full time

Affiliated Companies:

Affiliated Companies:
Innomar Strategies

Equal Employment Opportunity

AmerisourceBergen is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company's continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals.

Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

COVID-19 Vaccine Policy
- exemption/accommodation._

Accessibility Policy

AmerisourceBergen is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. When requested, AmerisourceBergen will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring processes and during employment._