Pharmacy Coordinator

Samaritan Health Services

  • Salem, OR
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 hours ago
SummaryWeekend requirement includes placing the pharmacy order once every other weekend. This can be done remotely and usually entails less than one hour each weekend.JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSEResponsible for overall operations of the pharmacy office. Functions as the department’s contact for computer/IS related tasks and for patient billing, audits and questions. Maintains automated systems.DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTIONThe Pharmacy teams at Samaritan Health Services are staffed by the area’s leading experts on thousands of medications and make decisions that help optimize a patient’s drug therapy.EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in a health care related field preferred.Current unencumbered Certified Oregon Pharmacy Technician License required.Three (3) years experience and/or training in pharmacy purchasing or a related field required.Experience and/or training with computer applications required.All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIESCommunication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.Computer Literacy - Knowledge of electronic equipment and computer hardware, software, and applications. Ability to operate applications, enter data, and process information.Customer Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services and evaluation of customer satisfaction.Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles and ages.PHYSICAL DEMANDSRarely
(1 - 10% of the time)Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)WALK - INCLINELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 40 – 60 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 40 - 60 poundsSQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)KNEEL (on knees)PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force)PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)WALK – LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 – 20 LbsCARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 poundsSQUAT RepetitiveBEND FORWARD at waistPUSH (0 - 20 pounds force)PUSH (20 - 40 pounds force)PULL (0 - 20 pounds force)PULL (20 - 40 pounds force)SITSTANDCLIMB - STAIRSLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsCARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsROTATE TRUNK SittingROTATE TRUNK StandingREACH - UpwardPINCH FingersGRASP Hand/FistREACH - ForwardMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wristsFINGER DEXTERITY

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