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SalaryPOSITION SUMMARY:
The Pharmacy Clerk is responsible for clerical duties normally encountered in the every day activities of a pharmacy practice. The Pharmacy Clerk reports to the Director of Pharmacy Services
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Enter patient prescription information into the computer
- Translate prescription directions into Spanish
- Help translate and communicate information between patients of all age groups and pharmacist
- Periodically inventory and track expiration dates of medications
- Perform general typing and filing
- Performs various clerical, bookkeeping, and record keeping functions
- Performs related work as required
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to type a minimum of 40 wpm; applicant to provide certificate
- A preference will be given for those individuals with the ability to communicate in Spanish and English, written, and verbal.
- Valid California driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and personal transportation
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of prescription drugs and the dispensing function to check for correctness
- Knowledge of general office procedures and practices
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and public
- Ability to read, understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to perform arithmetical computations and use calculator
- Ability to type 40 wpm
- Ability to operate a cash register
- Skill in translating pharmaceutical instructions to patients into Spanish
- Skill in keeping records for inventory control
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Frequent standing or walking for extended periods of time. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 35 pounds. Requires eye-hand coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Vision must be correctable to 20/40 and hearing must be in the normal range for telephone contacts. Requires typing ability of 40 wpm. Requires ability to work in stressful situation or work irregular hours.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a clinic environment.
