Pharmacy Delivery Driver

Job Description:

SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Delivery Driver is responsible for the timely and safe delivery of medications, prescriptions, and medical supplies to patients, healthcare facilities, and clinics.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely and efficiently delivers medications, prescriptions, and medical supplies to patients’ homes, healthcare providers, and clinics according to established routes and schedules.
• Verifies the accuracy of prescriptions and ensures medication are delivered as per the pharmacy’s guidelines and regulations.
• Maintains accurate delivery logs, including patient and prescription details, ensuring compliance with HIPAA privacy regulations.
• Provides exceptional customer service by addressing patient inquiries, confirming delivery details, and ensuring a positive experience.
• Handles all deliveries with care, ensuring medications and medical supplies as protected from damage during transit.
• Communicates effectively with pharmacy staff to coordinate and confirm delivery schedules, routes, and special instructions.
• Ensures the safe and timely return of undelivered medications or packages to the pharmacy, if applicable.
• Performs routine checks on the delivery vehicle, ensuring it is clean, well-maintained, and in good working condition.
• Complies with all traffic laws, safety regulations, and company policies while operating the vehicle.
• Assists with loading and unloading medication packages, ensuring proper handling and organization during delivery.
• Reports any vehicle issues, delays, or accidents immediately to management.
• Follows established protocols for handling and transporting sensitive medical information and medication in compliance with HIPPA and other privacy standards.
• Supports the pharmacy team with additional tasks, such as inventory assistance, as needed.
• Interacts with Tribal members and the public in a courteous, professional, and efficient manner.
• During slower periods, may receive training and assist as a Pharmacy Clerk.
• Other duties as directed by management.

LEVEL OF AUTHORITY & RESTRICTIONS:

• No supervisory authority.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENVIRONMENT:

• Moderate noise level with frequent interruptions and distractions.
• Work will primarily involve driving and making deliveries, with occasional time spent in the pharmacy for loading and unloading.
• Drive time may occur in all weather conditions and at times night hours.
• Shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, depending on organization needs.
• Must be willing and able to travel both locally and with the CTCLUSI service delivery area.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to walk, talk, hear, use hands to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be required to push, pull, lift, and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to drive for long periods.
• Ability to navigate stairs and deliver to various locations, including residential and healthcare facilities.

JOB LOCATION

Three Rivers Health Center
150 Wall Street
Coos Bay, Oregon 97420

Experience and Skills:

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 25 years old per Vehicle Use Policy.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to be insured to drive Tribal Government vehicles.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Prior delivery driving experience a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage delivery schedules and route planning.
• Basic knowledge of medication handling and privacy regulations, such as HIPAA, is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• This is a safety-sensitive position and will be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal history background check, which will include fingerprinting.
• Must have employment eligibility in the U.S.
• Indian preference will be observed in the hiring process.