Certified pharmacist assistant job description

Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business, becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Greet all customers and provide them with prompt and courteous service and assistance.• Help pharmacists prepare prescriptions by counting or pouring medications, labeling containers, and pricing prescriptions.• Ensure customers receive all their prescriptions.• File written prescription forms after prescriptions are dispensed.• Prepare and complete manual insurance claim forms if needed.• Maintain organized filing system for invoices, manual insurance claims, daily reports, etc.. in accordance with Standard Practice Manual and state law.• Maintain confidentiality of customer and company information.• Help customers find over the counter items.• Maintain a broad understanding of HBC MPP scheduling system and assist in ensuring the data entered is accurate to maintain productivity.• Coordinate scheduling of technicians -including assigned positions and fixed activities.• Adhere to state specific and pertinent federal laws and regulations. • Maintain proper inventory levels: ordering of supplies, return to stocks, transfers, and special requirements for controlled substances (includes diabetic case).• Perform Cardinal returns regularly.• Process pharmacy outdates and credits including keeping inventory free from outdated product.• Maintain knowledge of physical inventory procedures and assist in the physical inventory process including analyzing the condensed variance report and reports from Control D.• Review and understand ACIS reports.• Assist in third party audits as needed.• Share in responsibility for department maintenance and cleanliness in accordance with fixed activities.• Restock pharmacy department supplies (e.g. bottles, bags, labels, staples, etc.) as needed.• Observe and adhere to all company policies and the Pharmacy Standard Practice Manual.• Maintain a neat, well-groomed personal appearance at all times and comply with company personal appearance policy.• Adhere to company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs or maintenance work needed. Keep work area free of debris and safety hazards.• Treat all co-workers with fairness, dignity and respect.• Maintain the quality of department's appearance and presentation. • Foster a positive and enthusiastic environment to retain associates and customers.• Perform all other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduate or equivalent. Successful completion of criminal background check and drug testing as required. Maintain current PTCB certification and state license as required. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Strong data entry and basic mathematic skills. Effective time management skills and sense of urgency. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn multiple tasks and technical requirements of the job. Excellent problem solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to multi-task in a stressful environment. Must be able to work with minimal supervision to prioritize multiple minor projects while maintaining customer focus. High levels of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality. Desire and ability to learn all aspects of pharmacy operations including involvement with management, MPP, scheduling, and other delegated duties. Open schedule availability, including nights, weekends and holidays. Desire and ability to train other department associates in all areas pertaining to department operation. Pass an evaluation of EPS competency and "unsupervised" qualifications.

Physical Requirements

• Stand 100% of the time with occasional walking short distances.• Use computer screen/keyboard/mouse/biometric scanner 100% of the time.• Use hands to frequently/continuously handle a variety of sizes of containers then manipulate individual pills/capsules and the equipment used to count them.• Clerical accuracy and mathematical skills and ability to use cash register.• Ability to use staplers, calculators, communication and computer systems frequently.• Frequent/continuous reaching, grasping, lifting, and carrying up to 20 lb. below the waist level and at or above shoulder level.• Bend at the knees and waist repetitively up to 30% of the work day.• Have sufficient visual acuity and audio capability to process prescriptions and service customers.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Support and work with all pharmacy staff to achieve outstanding pharmaceutical care and business outcomes.• Actively assist the pharmacist, under their direct supervision, with the filling of new, refill and transfer prescriptions in accordance with current laws, ethical standards and company policies.• Maintain the confidentiality of customer and company information.• Thoroughly understand and operate the pharmacy register, computer software and telephony system.• Maintain an atmosphere of enthusiastic customer focus both in person and on telephone.• Assist in maintenance of third party prescription information and resolution of rejected claims.• Initiate prescription renewal requests to prescriber via telephone call or fax where applicable by law.• Understand the pharmacy inventory control procedures and inventory management including special requirements for controlled substances. • Receive and obtain information needed on written prescriptions or telephone refill requests from customers.• Perform all register functions and bag customer purchases in accordance with established store procedures, including verifying customer's name, address and expected quantity of prescriptions at time of pickup.• Relay specific communications to customer from technician or pharmacist processing prescription.• Maintain solid communication within the department.• Must be able to meet physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.• Serve as in-store trainer.• Serve as role model for customer service and company standard practices

Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Requisition: 272369_external_USA-ME-South-Portland_1062022

School Steps, an Invo Company, is hiring a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant in the McClellan, CA area. We take pride in our in-school services. We have an exciting opportunity for a positive, motivated, and experienced COTA looking for daytime hours in a school setting. If you're looking to use your experience and skills to help drive progress, deliver outcomes and empower children, families and teachers then you found the right place! We offer a continuum of services, ranging from prevention to intervention. This includes direct services, consultative services and education to parents and school staff in both general and special education. We serve public schools, county educational programs, charter schools, homeschool programs and private schools. Our students range in age from 3 to 21 years.

Our energetic team of Occupational Therapists and Occupational Therapy Assistants are supported by our management team through continuous mentoring and professional development opportunities. These include regularly scheduled TheraChat™ meetings and multi-disciplinary team collaboration. All of our therapists maintain continuing education requirements and we value the pursuit of additional training as well as the application of current research and evidence-based practices to ensure that we, as a team, stay on the cutting edge of advancements in our field.
Best Practices. Best Careers. Best Outcomes for Children.

Requirements:

* Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, provide sensory integration, motor patterns and awareness of the external environment

* Develop/improve individual's ability to independently perform tasks

* Serves as member of the IEP team for students with occupational therapy concerns

* Facilitate goals and objectives per child's educational plan

* Maintain appropriate records

* Under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist, Work in coordination with school personnel and parents to develop appropriate programs for eligible students

* Ability to effectively communicate with teachers, administrators, and parents

* Ensure all services are performed in accordance with state laws and regulations

* Appropriate state COTA License

* Perform other COTA duties/responsibilities required by the Program and within the scope of licensure and/or certification

Benefits:

* Competitive compensation with flexible pay options

* Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage, 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan with a discretionary company match)

* Flexible Spending Plan for medical and dependent coverage

* Professional Liability Coverage

* Licensure reimbursement

* Annual Professional Development stipend

* Professional membership stipend

* Unlimited CEUs through the Progressus Pathways Learning Center

* Many More!

INVO is an equal opportunity employer and conducts all business activities (e.g., recruitment, hiring, assignment, conditions of employment, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, discipline and termination) without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, military and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state and local law.

Job DescriptionTo assist and support doctors of optometry in a collaborative relationship to provide patients with optimum levels of general optometric care. Under the direct supervision of the doctor, will provide technical and support assistance to improve the efficacy and efficiency of the doctors of optometry.
Essential Responsibilities:




Accurately record patients medical and visual history, review and prepare other clinical information (PST, Medicare refresh, etc.) for doctor(s). Take and record patient vitals when indicated in EMR. Perform appropriate pre-testing, such as but not limited to assessing gross visual skills, extraocular muscle action and pupillary reflexes. Perform OCT, Visual Fields and Diabetic Photos. Maintain accurate records and reports as instructed by the doctor. Instill eye-drops when ordered by the doctor. Assist in therapeutic procedures such as foreign body removal.
Receive and process phone calls and other patient communication, from patients, assess the nature of the situation and manage triage accordingly. Manage all aspects of doctor(s) schedule, including booking appointments.
Maintain diagnostic and therapeutic instruments and equipment to insure that they are clean and accurate. Assess condition of instruments and arrange for repair and/or recalibration as necessary. Maintain instruments and medications for ophthalmic therapeutics; insure that instruments and medications are available and sterile.
Respond to patient concerns and resolve or forward them to the proper person or area for resolution.
Coordinate patient optometric care with optical dispensing, membership services, family practice, ophthalmology, pharmacy and other KP departments and services.
Follow all KP policies, procedures, and behavior guidelines and standards for the treatment of members and confidentiality of their care. Perform other duties as assigned.




Basic Qualifications:


Experience



Minimum two (2) years of previous full-time employment functioning in an optometric or ophthalmic practice under the supervision of an optometrist or ophthalmologist, and/or successful completion of a JCAHPO accredited ophthalmic medical technology program required, OR one (1) year in a back office provider support role in health care with on the job training in KPs Optometry training program (when available).





Education



High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.





License, Certification, Registration



Paraoptometric Technician Certificate within 24 months of hire from American Optometric Association OR Paraoptometric Assistant Certificate within 24 months of hire from American Optometric Association OR Ophthalmic Assistant Certificate within 24 months of hire from The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personel in Opthomology OR Ophthalmic Technician Certificate within 24 months of hire from The Joint Commission on Allied Health Personel in Opthomology





Registered Medical Assistant (Washington) within 2 months of hire






Additional Requirements:




Demonstrated experience and competence with ophthalmic instruments, including: auto-refractor, auto-lensometer, non-contact tonometer, Titmus vision tester, Snellen chart, visual acuity projector, and visual field testing equipment.
Demonstrated proficiency in use of instruments and equipment for preliminary testing, ancillary testing and in the application of eye-drops.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to function effectively in a professional environment within a managed practice organization. Familiarity with optometric and optical terminology.
Familiarity with optometric instruments and equipment.






Preferred Qualifications:




Three (3) years of previous experience in optometric or other ophthalmic practice.
Basic knowledge of Kaiser Permanente policies, procedures and philosophy and culture.
Thorough knowledge of basic science and optics, familiarity with optometric and/or ophthalmic procedures related to preliminary testing.
Basic knowledge of instillation of optometric diagnostic and therapeutic pharmaceuticals as applied to the practice of optometry.
Working knowledge of HealthConnect.




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Job Category:
Clinical Support