OTC Program Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : 15.45

NC MedAssist

OTC Program Associate

Transitional Employment Program

NC MedAssist is North Carolinas only nonprofit, statewide free pharmacy. Our programs assist our neighbors with medication access needs by providing prescription and over-the-counter medication at no cost. Our mission is to dispense opportunities through improved health.

Job Overview

The OTC Program Associate through NC MedAssists Transitional Employment Program is a temporary (180 day) role in our dynamic, busy and supportive free Over the Counter (OTC) Medicine Program. This role focuses on helping customers and volunteers, keeping inventory organized, fulfilling orders and ensuring the free OTC store runs smoothly. The OTC Program Associate reports directly to the OTC Program director and works with the HR Director to build skills and prepare for future job opportunities.

Goal : To gain valuable work experience, develop professional skills and prepare for long-term employment after completing the program.

Position Responsibilities :

The responsibilities of the OTC Program Associate include but are not limited to :

• Assists customers, volunteers and other team members in a warehouse and retail setting
• Organize, count and restock shelves to keep the store neat and well-stocked.
• Receive and check deliveries of OTC Products.
• Keep the store and warehouse clean and safe
• Help customers select the right OTC products. Ask a manager or pharmacist if questions arise.
• Open the store, handle check-out, and follow daily procedures.
• Lift, transfer, stack and load boxes weighing up to 40lbs.
• Work closely with other departments to pack and fulfill orders for mobile events, clinics and disaster relief.
• Accurately track inventory using computer systems.
• Take on any other tasks as needed to support the team.

Requirements / Qualifications

COMPENSATION

Hourly rate of $15.45 an hour, paid on a bi-weekly pay schedule

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (with or without reasonable accommodations)

Our Commitment

People Matter Here NC MedAssist believes in having opportunities to improve health regardless of background or status. We aim to provide a culture of belonging in which staff, volunteers, board members, program participants and all other stakeholders feel respected, supported and valued.

NC MedAssist is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee. Candidates from all backgrounds are welcome to apply. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

NC MedAssist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information visit www.medassist.org.