Pharmacy Assistant **No Experience Required**

ABOUT US

In 1981, fueled by the desire to provide quality, accessible healthcare to migrant and farm workers in their community, five visionary women laid the foundation of what would later become Tri-Cities Community Health (TCCH). As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), TCCH stands tall in the community, boasting six clinical sites strategically positioned to provide comprehensive primary care services to the underserved populations of Pasco, Kennewick, Richland, and the neighboring cities. Serving as the trusted medical home for our patients, TCCH offers a wide range of services - from dental care, optometry, and pharmacy needs to behavioral health and endocrinology. Our spectrum of services is continually expanding as our community grows. Our excellent care extends beyond the walls of our clinics, seamlessly connecting patients to vital social services like WIC and Maternal Support Services. And for those facing logistical barriers, we go the extra mile, ensuring access to prescribed medication by delivering directly to their doorstep. Everything we do reflects our core values of Quality, Respect, and Service.

OPPORTUNITY

TCCH is growing and actively recruiting a Pharmacy Assistant to join our Care Team within the Pasco Primary Care and Pharmacy site. We are seeking passionate, driven individuals who align with our values of Quality, Respect, and Service, and are eager to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our patients through delivery of exceptional care. Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist on duty, our Pharmacy Assistants perform a variety of customer service and clerical tasks including typing, filling, stocking, and delivery of medications to patient homes, processing refill prescriptions, taking phone calls, and assisting customers with inquiries relating to the operation of the pharmacy. Our Pharmacy Assistants play an indispensable role in ensuring the seamless operations and quality care our patients have come to expect from Tri-Cities Community Health!

FUNCTIONS

Process Drug and Supply Orders

• Order OTC drugs and devices for the pharmacy
• Receive, unpack, and appropriately shelve OTC and Rx products
• Process invoices and packing slips according to procedure
• Keep 340b and non-340b drugs and documentation independent per procedure

Dispensing patient medications

• Cashing out patients in the pharmacy
• Delivering medications to patients' home

Maintain and Order Pharmacy Specific Supplies in Cooperation with Purchasing Department

• Contact various outside suppliers
• Maintain inventory of supplies to keep the pharmacy well stocked, without lack or over supply of materials
• Coordinate with the Purchasing Department for various supply needs

File and Retrieve Various Pharmacy Records

• Provide intake forms to new and current patients where updated information is required and communicating these updated forms to the pharmacist or pharmacy technician
• Maintain accurate and appropriate data for all subpoenaed records
• Ensure all patient files are handled in accordance with HIPPAA, only sharing HIPPAA protected information with appropriate and authorized individuals

Prepare Prescriptions for Pick-Up, Mailing, or Delivery per Guidelines

• Run prescriptions through POS system as appropriate
• Ensure packaging for mail or delivery is HIPPAA compliant
• Package mail-out prescriptions safely to ensure temperature regulation and avoid damage
• Maintain up to date addresses for mail-out patients
• Track mail-out prescriptions when requested by patients

Handle Company Funds when Delivering

• Collect payments from delivery patients
• Collect deposits
• Take mail-out prescriptions to the Post Office from site
• Obtain change from the bank for the organization
• Other delivery responsibilities as deemed necessary

Maintain Assigned Work Areas and Equipment in Proper Condition

• Maintain inventory in a clean and orderly manner
• Inspect all areas of pharmacy on a rotating basis for cleanliness and short/out dated drugs
• Mark short-dated drugs for recognition and retrieval
• Separate and distinguish outdated medication for reverse distribution
• Complete cycle counts daily

Carry Out All Other Duties as Assigned

SCHEDULE / LOCATION

• Full time
• Monday-Friday, variable hours
• Pasco Primary Care and Pharmacy site – 515 W Court St, Pasco, WA 99301

WAGE / STATUS

• $17.25-$22.32/hour
• This is a Union / Bargaining Unit position, non-exempt

BENEFITS AND WELL-BEING

• A flexible schedule for creating a healthy work-life balance
• Competitive pay for highly qualified individuals (you!)
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement with employer match, and paid sick/vacation time
• CME reimbursement for licensed employees
• Conveniently located within a 3-4 hour drive to major metropolitan areas such as Seattle, Portland, Spokane, and Coeur d’Alene
• Conveniently located between major outdoor recreational hubs such as Mount Rainier National Park, White Pass/Bluewood/Schweitzer Ski Resorts, Snoqualmie/Palouse/Multnomah Falls, wine country, and more!

WHY TCCH?

At Tri-Cities Community Health, we are dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of others while keeping pace with our rapidly growing community. Enjoy flexible scheduling, excellent benefits, and a fulfilling work-life balance that allows you to embrace the 300 days of sunshine the Tri-Cities has to offer! As a healthcare professional with TCCH, you’ll be a part of a collaborative team focused on providing comprehensive care to the underserved and underinsured populations of our community – creating meaningful, generational change.

• Minimum high school diploma or GED
• Minimum one (1) year experience in customer service, preferred
• Current Pharmacy Assistant license in good standing, required
• Current Drivers License and vehicle insurance, required
• Proficient in English and another language (Spanish, Russian, Mandarin, or other) required
• Ability to work required shifts and be flexible/cooperative about filling in or trading shifts as needed within the pharmacy department, required
• Available to occasionally work later than expected to accommodate patient needs, required

 Tri-Cities Community Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law