What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Assistant for Rio Arriba Health Commons in Espanola position at El Centro Family Health?
As a Federally Qualified Health Center, 501c3, our mission is to provide affordable, accessible, quality health care to the people of Northern New Mexico. We strive to improve the quality of life by bringing primary health care and basic health education to the people of Northern New Mexico through a system of clinics and cooperative programs. El Centro offers vital health services in a caring and supportive environment.
El Centro Family Health is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Assistant I or II, dedicated to serving the needs of our community.
Compensation: $16.50 to $21.69 hourly, commensurate with education and experience for non-certified Pharmacy assistants.
Ideal candidate should possess the following qualities:
- Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Attention to detail.
- Willing to travel to outlying clinics as needed.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Knowledge of general pharmacy procedures and protocols.
- Knowledge and fluent skill of Microsoft Office Excel and Word applications, internet explorer usage.
Responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of the Pharmacist or Nurse Director, the Pharmacy Assistant I maintain clinic drug room in compliance with NM State Board of Pharmacy regulations. The Pharmacy Assistant has access to personal data regarding individual patients and/or their families; an essential job result is the maintenance of a high level of confidentiality of the information processed by the employee.
Minimum requirements
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Experience: Min. 2 years in pharmacy or medical setting.
Certification: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Support (BLS)
(Must be obtained within 3 months of hire).
Preferred Requirements
Certification: Certified Pharmacy Technician
Bilingual - (Spanish/English).
Benefits
- 401 k Retirement
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
- Employee Voluntary Supplemental Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Salary : $17 - $22