Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

$33,280 - $37,440/Yr

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Latham, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Latham, NY

Health and Personal Care Retailers

About the position

As a Pharmacy Customer Service Associate at Walgreens, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional customer service while assisting pharmacists in the practice of pharmacy. This entry-level position offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic healthcare environment, where you will engage with customers, process prescriptions, and maintain pharmacy operations.

Responsibilities

• Models and delivers a distinctive and delightful customer experience.
• Registers sales on assigned cash register, providing courteous and efficient checkout service.
• Assists the pharmacist under direct supervision in the practice of pharmacy, using pharmacy systems to obtain patient and drug information and process prescriptions.
• Engages customers by greeting them and offering assistance with products and services, resolving issues to ensure a positive experience.
• Shares customer service best practices with team members to enhance customer interactions.
• Provides fast and efficient service, recommending items for sale and assisting customers in locating products.
• Maintains cleanliness and organization of counters and shelves, takes inventory, and keeps records.
• Performs duties assigned by Pharmacy Manager and Staff Pharmacist, including entering patient and drug information and filling prescriptions.
• Reports prescription errors to the pharmacist and adheres to company policies regarding pharmacy errors.
• Handles telephone calls that do not require the pharmacist's personal attention.
• Processes manual claims for third-party prescription services and performs clerical duties as assigned.
• Assists with inventory management activities, including ordering and unpacking pharmaceuticals.
• Ensures compliance with state and local laws regarding regulated products.
• Constructs and maintains promotional displays and assists with product placement.
• Provides customer service in the photo area and assumes web pick-up responsibilities.
• Maintains a clean and orderly store condition and appearance.
• Completes special assignments and other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Nice-to-haves

• Six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prior work experience with Walgreens.
• Good math skills for accurately filling prescriptions.
• Good computer skills.
• Knowledge of store inventory control.
• PTCB certification.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage of $16 - $18.
• Opportunities for career advancement and personal development.
• Access to training programs and continuing education credits.