Pharmacy Customer Service Associate

$33,280 - $37,440/Yr

Walgreens Boots Alliance - Troy, NY

Full-time - Entry Level

Troy, 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. Your contributions will help customers lead healthier lives, and you will receive the support and tools necessary to advance your career.

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 accurately.
• 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 according to policies.
• Provides customer service in the photo area and assumes web pick-up responsibilities.
• Maintains a clean and orderly store condition and appearance, complying with company policies and procedures.

Requirements

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

Nice-to-haves

• Prefer six months of experience in a retail environment.
• Prefer prior work experience with Walgreens.
• Prefer good math skills for accurate prescription filling.
• Prefer good computer skills.
• Prefer knowledge of store inventory control.
• Prefer PTCB certification.

Benefits

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