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Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) lists this Pharmacy Clerk (Cashier) opportunity in portland, Oregon. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Pharmacy ClerkOHSU is Oregon's only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health – and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon. We are a national research hub, with thousands of scientists developing lifesaving therapies and deeper understanding. We are a statewide economic engine and Portland's largest employer. And as a public organization, we provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians, and outreach to improve health in communities across the state.The pharmacy clerk greets customers, receives monies and makes change in exchange for goods or services; operates a cash register, may be required to balance cash and other methods of payment to revenue in accordance with OHSU and Pharmacy Department Policies and Procedures on cash handling, as well as applicable Board of Pharmacy regulations.Function/Duties of PositionGreets customers and assists in locating prescriptions for sale.Receives monies or processes credit cards or other payments in the pharmacy. Is accurate in totaling purchases, collecting the correct amount and making accurate change.Facilitates end of day reports and ensures that appropriate monies are in the tills for the start of the next day's business. Is accurate in reporting receipts.May be assigned to routine tasks not involving the handling of medications.May answer the telephone and provide the public with general information and directions.Provides excellent customer service to customers.Routinely telephones customers to remind them to pick up.Assists in daily inventory activities as assigned.Required QualificationsWork experience or training, which includes the exchange of money for purchases and making change.Proven prior successful customer service experience. Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies): Excellent interpersonal communication skills,Systematic problem-solving skills, ability to work independently with minimal supervision.Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.Preferred QualificationsSome collegeExperience in a community pharmacy.Additional DetailsThe pharmacy cashier will experience competing demands on their time from pharmacy customers and will need to effectively multi-task and prioritize demands. The expectation is to provide customers with exceptional service at all times. Additionally, within the healthcare setting, there can be a significant lack of control over the workplace, with frequent interruptions (work is often dictated by external factors) that may lead to mental fatigue or stress. Benefits: Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employeeTwo separate above market pension plans to choose fromVacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of serviceSick Leave- up to 96 hours per year8 paid holidays per yearSubstantial Tri-met and C-Tran discountsAdditional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Why Apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact
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portland, OR, 97201, US
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