pharmacy clerk

Compassion. Accountability. Collaboration. Foresight. Joy.

These are the Aspirus Core Values; and we are looking for the BEST around to join us as we demonstrate those values Every. Single. Day.

Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital in Laurium, MI is seeking a PHARMACY CLERK to join our team

The Pharmacy Clerk is responsible for running the cash register and elements of the pharmacy deposit. Maintains impeccable standards of confidentiality, accuracy and timeliness. Is expected to initiate exceptional working relationships with all of Aspirus Keweenaw Pharmacies' customers (patients, physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.) Transports pharmacy supplies to and from departments from the Aspirus Keweenaw Pharmacies.

HOURS: Occasional/as needed.

Experience/Qualifications

• Required basic knowledge of medications including brand/generic names, normal dosage forms and medication insurances/billing nuances. (May learn on-the-job)
• Necessary computer skills including typing and the ability to learn proprietary software such as McKesson Pharmaserve. General knowledge of programs such as Excel and Word is beneficial. (May learn on-the-job)
• Necessary cash register skills including ringing patients up, trouble-shooting, and entering miscellaneous items into system.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task
• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Yearly competencies in Blood and Potentially Infectious Materials, Preventing Tuberculosis, Fire Safety, Working with Hazardous Chemicals, Disaster and Emergency Preparedness, Patient Rights, CMS Fraud Waste & Abuse, Confidentiality and HIPAA must be completed prior to working in a healthcare organization.
• Valid MI Drivers license required
• Customer service experience preferred.

Employee Benefits

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.

Aspirus Keweenaw Hospital is a 25-bed hospital grounded in a strong tradition of community and patient-focused care. We are a non-profit, community-directed health care organization based in Laurium, Michigan, with clinics and outreach services in Laurium, Calumet, Houghton and Lake Linden. Aspirus Keweenaw is part of the Aspirus, Inc. exclusive hospital and clinic network, home health and hospice care, pharmacy, critical care, rehab fitness center, medical goods and philanthropic foundation.

This is one of four hospitals in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the Aspirus family: joining Aspirus Ontonagon Hospital, Aspirus Ironwood and Aspirus Iron River Hospital.

Our Mission: We heal people, promote health and strengthen communities.

Our Vision: Aspirus is a catalyst for creating healthy, thriving communities, trusted and engaged above all others.

As an Aspirus team, we demonstrate caring, we plan to impact the future, work with happiness and enthusiasm, recognize our power to make a difference and improve the health of our communities.

Aspirus Health is a nonprofit, community-directed health system based in Wausau, Wisconsin, serving northeastern Minnesota, northern and central Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The health system operates 19 hospitals and 130 outpatient locations with nearly 14,000 team members, including 1,300 employed physicians and advanced practice clinicians. For more information visit

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