Wisconsin Youth Apprentice Pharmacy Assistant
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Job Location:
Madison, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Its more than a career its a calling.
WI-SSM Health St. Marys Hospital - MadisonWorker Type:
Intern/Temporary (Trainee)Job Highlights:
Are you an upcoming high school junior or senior interested in a healthcare career Join SSM Health St. Marys Hospital - Madison as a Pharmacy Assistant Youth Apprentice and gain hands-on experience mentorship and skills for in-demand healthcare roles all while earning $18 per hour. Unlock your potential and make a difference starting now!
Job Highlights
Youth Apprentices in our Pharmacy Assistant career pathway assist with the vital function of assuring patients receive accurate and timely prescription orders. Youll work with a pharmacy care team with an experienced professional who will serve as your mentor and will help guide your training while providing ongoing support in the role.
Job Details
Effectively work as part of a team communicate effectively with close attention to details
Maintain academic and attendance requirements for participation in the Youth Apprenticeship Program
Participate in progress reviews scheduled with mentors school staff parent(s) or guardian(s) and employer
Prepare supplies and instruments and monitor inventory while maintaining pharmacy records and other documents
Assist with placing and distributing medication and supply orders and helping customers both in person and via telephone
Provide support to pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in the packing and delivery of medications to customers in compliance with state and federal regulations
Perform other duties as assigned
Education and Experience Requirements
High school junior or senior
16 years of age
Must be authorized and approved by the Wisconsin Youth Apprentice Program in accordance with your local school criteria
Reliable transportation to get to and from work
Satisfactory progress towards graduation
Commit to completing 450 hours at the jobsite (10-15 hours per week)
Demonstrated maturity and responsibility
Skill with attending to details excellent attendance and a strong work ethic
Foster a culture of caring through interpersonal relationships and communication
About SSM Health
SSM Health is a Catholic not-for-profit health care system serving the health needs of communities across the Midwest in Wisconsin Illinois Oklahoma and Missouri. We are committed to providing exceptional health care services and revealing Gods healing presence to
everyone we serve. Weve received national recognition from U.S. News & World Report Newsweek Forbes Healthgrades and Beckers Healthcare in recognition of the quality care and patient experience we provide.
Job Summary:
Prepares medications under the direction of a pharmacist. Measures mixes counts out labels and records amounts and dosages of medications according to prescription orders.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Accepts prescription orders.
- Performs calculations for medication orders.
- Prepares supplies and instruments. Maintains inventory.
- Assists in preparing patient medications under the supervision of qualified staff.
- Participates in quality assurance practices.
- Maintains pharmacy records and other documents.
- Implements error prevention and safety strategies to improve safety and accuracy of prescription preparation and delivery.
- Places medication and supply orders.
- Assists in the preparation of nonsterile compounds under the supervision of qualified staff.
- Respects patient confidentiality and maintains Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act (HIPAA) compliance.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- Must be at least 16 years of age prior to start date and current high school student
- Acceptance into Youth Apprenticeship program through local high school
EXPERIENCE
- No experience required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent sitting standing walking reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms malfunctioning machinery etc.
- Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
- Occasional bending stooping kneeling squatting twisting and gripping.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Rare climbing.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
- None
Department:
Career Pipeline ProgramWork Shift:
PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
12Benefits:
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave: we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options:our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned unpaid base pay(fees may apply)before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage:we provide upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion national origin age disability sex sexual orientation gender identity pregnancy veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
About Company
SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system providing high-quality, compassionate, and personalized care to communities across Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Wisconsin.
