Pharmacy Associate - Long Term Care

Overview:
For over 50 years, the HealthDirect team has been dedicated to the unique pharmacy needs of individuals residing in Long-Term Care (LTC) facilities such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities, as well as correctional facilities and group homes.”.  On a daily basis our team provides prescription medications, over-the-counter products, clinical consulting services, and specialty pharmacy services to more than 50,000 residents. 

 

HealthDirect is a division of KPH Healthcare Services, a billion dollar, 100% employee owned provider of pharmaceutical and healthcare services. KPH is comprised of four divisions – Kinney Drugs, ProAct Inc., HealthDirect and Noble Health Services.  The family of KPH Healthcare Services began with Kinney Drugs retail in 1903.  All KPH family company values stem from Kinney’s long-standing commitment to trust and community-minded health solutions.  

 

As a team, HealthDirect has achieved significant growth. Over the past 6 years we have grown from four pharmacies in two states to 20 pharmacies across eight states.  Our team has grown to over 900 employees and we are looking to add another – possibly you!

 

 

 

 

Scope of Responsibilities: Works under direct supervision of a pharmacist.  Follows standard procedures to accomplish assigned tasks

 

Job Summary: Assist pharmacy staff in the filling of incoming prescriptions

Responsibilities:
Job Duties:

Provide quality customer service to all customers

Assist in the stocking of inventory from supplier orders

Restock workstation filling supplies

Print delivery manifest

Scan medications to proper bins

Perform housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a professional environment

Responsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programs

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Attendance Requirements:

Must be available, and on-time for scheduled work shifts

 

 

Educational Requirements:

Minimum: High School Diploma (or currently enrolled) or GED

Preferred: AS Degree or Higher

 

Experience: 

Preferred: Hospital or retail pharmacy experience

 

Required (Vermont Employees Only):

Registered with the State of Vermont as a Pharmacy Technician

 

Required (New Hampshire Employees Only):

Registered with the State of New Hampshire as a Pharmacy Technician

 

Required Ohio Employees Only):

Registered with the State of Ohio as a Pharmacy Technician

 

Special Conditions of Employment:

Drug test

Initial and continuous exclusion and sanction/disciplinary monitoring

Any and all additional eligibility requirements based on the specific position

 

Job Skill Requirements:

Strong communication skills

Excellent organization skills

Outstanding customer service skills

General knowledge of medications and physician orders

Ability to multi-task and prioritize

Requires the ability to stand throughout the duration of the shift

Limited lifting up to 80 lbs

Successful completion of a pre-employment and/or random drug screening test

 

Required Training:

HIPPA Privacy Course

HIPPA Security Course

Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Course

MethGuard Course

 

Behavioral Traits Required:

Cooperation: Must work harmoniously and effectively  with  fellow employees, supervisors and other in contact with

Initiative: Must work within supervision guidelines and assume additional responsibilities

Flexibility: Must be willing to work variable work schedules, assist others as requested and available, and be willing to perform all assigned work

Adaptability: Must respond to new situations in a positive way, accept change, support new ideas, master new routines and grasp explanations, apply current knowledge in new environments and experiences

Involvement: Must enjoy the demands of the job and work with interest and enthusiasm

Customer Service: Must provide appropriate customer service (for Kinney customers, fellow employees and business partners), listen attentively to their needs and respond appropriately

Safety: Must take care of equipment and employ good safety habits

Leadership: Must gain acceptance of ideas and accomplish goals through subordinates, peers and teams

Compensation:

 

$14.20 -$16.25 an hour

 

The final offer will be determined after careful consideration of multiple factors such as relevant skills, years of experience and education. 

 

KPH Healthcare Services, Inc. is a multistate organization and abides by all local, state and federal regulations as it pertains to minimum wage requirements.