Pharmacy Assistant

Cencora

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Watertown, Connecticut

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Assistant supports pharmacists by filling prescriptions, processing orders via Kroll software, and managing medication inventory. They are also responsible for handling customer inquiries, processing billings, and maintaining pharmacy records.

Qualifications

You have a high school diploma, preferably with prior pharmacy experience. You are proficient in using pharmacy software like Kroll and Microsoft Office applications, demonstrating strong organizational and communication skills.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Kroll Pharmacy software

Microsoft Office

Excel

Outlook

Word

cold-chain distribution

biological and/or cytotoxic medication

sterile preparation

Job Description

Job Details

This role is in support of Cencora’s patient and provider support and pharma commercialization services in Canada marketed through our Innomar Strategies business.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist Pharmacist or the Registered Pharmacy Technician in filling prescriptions;

  • Assist patients picking up prescriptions;

  • Enter, scan and process prescriptions using Kroll Pharmacy software

  • Maintain accurate data in pharmacy files and computer drives;

  • Verify that customer receives correct prescription(s);

  • Maintain workflow through effective task prioritization and teamwork

  • Answer the phone and respond to inquires from internal and external customers

  • Screen telephone calls for the Pharmacist(s);

  • Order, receive and maintain inventory of medications;

  • Prepare and process billings, claims, disbursements and related documents;

  • Review invoices or other documentation;

  • Pack and ship prescription orders according to established protocols

  • Maintain pharmacy records

  • Report Adverse Events in accordance with provincial regulatory standards and, where applicable, internal and contractual obligations

  • Assist in general housekeeping and administrative duties; and

  • The Pharmacy Assistant will also be assigned other duties and tasks as required from time to time.

  • May be required to be on standby/ on call as part of this role. 

Education:

  • High school diploma preferred

Work Experience:

  • Pharmacy experience an asset;

  • Proficiency in Kroll an asset;

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel);

  • Organized with the ability to multi-task and maintain accuracy;

  • Excellent communication, customer service and interpersonal skills;

  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment;

  • Excellent time management skills;

  • Bilingualism, French/English is an asset

Skills and Knowledge:

  • Working knowledge of pharmaceutical distribution industry

  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills

  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

  • Effective interpersonal and leadership skills

  • Effective organizational skills; attention to detail

  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines

  • Previous experience in cold-chain distribution an asset

  • Previous experience with biological and/or cytotoxic medication and sterile preparation an asset

  • Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to resolve issues effectively and efficiently

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office Programs

  • As part of your job duties, you may be required to lift up to 50 lbs.

Schedule

Full time

Accessibility Policy

Cencora is committed to fair and accessible employment practices. When requested, Cencora will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring processes and during employment.

Salary Range*

This posting is intended to fill an existing vacancy for our Pharmacy Assistant role.

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Innomar Strategies

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

Cencora

On August 30, 2023, AmerisourceBergen became Cencora. Cencora is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions organization centered on improving the lives of people and animals around the world. We partner with pharmaceutical innovators across the value chain to facilitate and optimize market access to therapies. Care providers depend on us for the secure, reliable delivery of pharmaceuticals, healthcare products, and solutions. Previously known as AmerisourceBergen, our new name, Cencora, unites our 46,000+ team members under one identity in pursuit of a shared purpose: We are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. : We are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. AmerisourceBergen is ranked #11 on the Fortune 500 and #24 on the Global Fortune 500 with more than $200 billion in annual revenue.
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