Pharmacy Cashier

TO APPLY

: Please complete all sections of the online application at partnershiphealthcenter.org/careers , even if a resume is submitted. A resume will not substitute for completing the work history section of the application. Please include in your email the following attachments: Resume & Cover Letter. Please address in your Cover Letter what you know about PHC, and why you feel you would be a good fit for this position. Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Located halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks and home to the University of Montana, Missoula is an academic center situated in an outdoor enthusiast's paradise. Depending on the season, you can hike, ski, fish, float rivers, ride mountain bikes, or just sit back and marvel at the surrounding scenery. Join us in scenic, sophisticated, and service-oriented Missoula! Partnership Health Center (PHC), 2019 and 2022 winner of the Employer of Choice Award for Missoula, and 2022 winner of the Montana Employer of Choice Award, offers impeccable, integrated services to over 18,000 individuals and families. A 14-site, Federally Qualified Health Center in Missoula County, PHC fulfills its mission through the provision of a full range of primary care services - medical, dental, behavioral health, and an on-site pharmacy with a dedication to attending to the social determinants of health. Please visit our website to see the amazing benefits you will receive by joining our team such as medical (no cost for employee), dental, and vision insurance, loan forgiveness, retirement plan contributions, and generous paid sick and vacation time.

DEFINITION

Performs duties as a cashier to calculate and collect fees from patients at Partnership Health Center (PHC).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE:

Basic knowledge of cash handling and balancing procedures. Basic knowledge of business English, spelling, punctuation and math. Working knowledge of the principles and practices of HIPAA compliance. Working knowledge of the PHC Corporate Compliance Guidelines.

SKILLS:

Skill in the use of modern office machines. Skill in the use of data entry equipment as demonstrated by basic keyboarding speed of 35 WPM.

ABILITIES

Ability to handle cash transactions accurately. Ability to learn assigned tasks and procedures. Ability to be sensitive to the needs of all socio-economic levels. Ability to use initiative and good judgment and sufficient maturity to handle the confidential aspects of the work. Ability to perform detailed work in a precise and accurate manner. Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with diverse individuals and groups.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

EDUCATION

Requires high school graduation or completion of a

GED. EXPERIENCE

Requires one year of customer service experience which included cash handling.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Requires immunizations or proof of immunity to certain infectious diseases and a TB test. New employees will be asked to volunteer vaccination status for required vaccines upon hire and will be offered assistance during hiring to receive necessary immunizations. Employees who have not received the vaccines required for their positions or who are unwilling to voluntarily provide vaccination status for required vaccines will receive a reasonable accommodation where such accommodation does not require an undue hardship or endanger the health or safely of any person. Subject to a background check with fingerprinting.

REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

Calculates charges for patient visits and prescriptions; and receives payment by cash, checks and credit cards. Collects outstanding amounts owed by patient. Balances end-of-day visit report and cash drawer. Issues receipts and maintains copies for balancing. Works as a member of a team along with medical office staff, pharmacy staff and clinic staff. Participates in quality assurance efforts.

OTHER DUTIES

May explain and review work procedures with work-study students, volunteers or employees. May assist with medical records or secretarial support services. Performs related work as required or directed.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the supervision of the Pharmacy Director or designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Has numerous contacts with the general public and persons from other departments on routine matters for the purpose of giving or obtaining information.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The work is performed in a medical office setting and may expose the employee to communicable diseases. Requires considerable time performing calculations and computer data entry. Requires frequent standing, occasional light lifting and carrying of files or supplies (up to 20 lbs.). This role may require evening and weekend hours, participation in on-call coverage, and Saturday clinic shifts. This position is not eligible for remote work.