Pharmacy Clerk

Job Title: Pharmacy Support Associate

Job Description

The ideal candidate will be able to fill prescription requests accurately and efficiently in an automated refill setting. Under the supervision of a Pharmacist, the Pharmacy Support Associate prepares, packages, sorts, and distributes medications in a fast-paced production environment. The candidate should maintain continuous and consistent workflow to meet daily production goals and have the ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manually fill prescription vials with prescribed tablets and capsules.
• Retrieve and process Unit of Use and Bulk items.
• Read computer-generated screens to find indicated medication on labeled shelves and verify size and strength of the product before filling orders.
• Replenish medication in automated cells to full capacity, opening large quantities of bottles and cases of product.
• Use basic mathematical reasoning to count or calculate the appropriate number of units needed to fill prescriptions.
• Utilize handheld scanner units to scan barcodes of products for replenishment.
• Demonstrate problem resolution skills, including the ability to recognize, address, and escalate issues.
• Maintain focus and acute attention to detail while performing repetitive tasks with absolute accuracy.
• Keep the pharmacy floor clean and orderly.
• Understand and abide by federal and state HIPAA laws as well as pharmacy standard procedures to ensure patient safety and privacy.
• Process orders for shipping, including folding/packing paperwork and attaching shipping labels.
• Ability to fill, pack, and ship prescriptions with 100% accuracy and efficiency using Standard Operating Procedures and supported hardware and software.
• Perform housekeeping and other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to and promote the Company's Shared ICARE Principles.
• Mandatory overtime may be required based on business needs.

Essential Skills

• Basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Basic mathematical reasoning for counting or calculating units.
• Visual acuity to read computer screens, handheld scanners, and labels.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and carry merchandise consistently.
• Standing and walking continuously during the shift, approximately 8 hours per day.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, grasp, and pinch.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of a HS diploma/GED or equivalent experience.
• Good computer skills.
• Working knowledge of pharmacy operations and professional standards.
• Warehouse experience is a plus.
• Exhibit customer service skills and strong interpersonal skills in a changing production environment.
• Pharmacy Tech degree is not required in NYS.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality-focused.
• Positive attitude and ability to handle adversity and ambiguity well.

Work Environment

The work environment is climate-controlled. The schedule includes Sunday from 2pm to 10:30pm, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 10:30pm, and Friday from 2pm to 10:30pm.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Buffalo, NY.

The pay range for this position is $17.50 - $17.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Buffalo,NY.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

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