Career Opportunity
2406-Pharmacy Helper
Recruitment: RTF0147663-01072481
Published: September 05, 2024
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Job class: 2406-Pharmacy Helper
Salary range: $84,656.00 - $102,986.00
Role type: Permanent Civil Service What does this mean?
Hours: Full-time
Exam type: Position Based Test
Rule: Rule of 10
List type: Entrance
About:
The Department of Public Health prioritizes equitable and inclusive access to quality healthcare for its community and values the importance of diversity in its workforce. All employees at the Department of Public Health work to advance equity, inclusion, and diversity with a specific lens and focus on race, ethnicity, gender, sex, sexuality, disability, and immigration status.
Application Opening – September 5, 2024
Application Deadline – The application filing will be open continuously at least through September 12, 2024 and will close any time thereafter.
Salary: $83,408 -$101,452 annually
Appointment Type: Permanent Civil Service
Recruitment ID: PBT-2406-147664
The Mission of the San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is to protect and promote the health of all San Franciscans. SFDPH strives to achieve its mission through the work of multiple divisions - the San Francisco Health Network, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services, and Administration. The San Francisco Health Network is the City’s only complete system of care and has locations throughout the City, including Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center, and over 15 primary care health centers. The Population Health Division (PHD) provides core public health services for the City and County of San Francisco: health protection, health promotion, disease and injury prevention, and disaster preparedness and response. Behavioral Health Services operates in conjunction with SFHN and provides a range of mental health and substance use treatment services.
The eligible list resulting from this recruitment may be utilized to fill future and current vacancies in this class at other locations within the DPH for the duration of the eligible list.
Role description
Under general supervision, the Pharmacy Helper performs inventory and delivery activities for the Pharmacy Department.
Essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Receives, unpacks, checks in, delivers, stocks, and stores pharmaceutical and supplies shipments.
- Fills pharmaceutical requisitions on behalf of the pharmacy and the clinic.
- Rotates stock and maintains pharmaceutical inventory using related computer, barcoding, and other IT technology.
- Inventories and restocks supplies for pharmacy dispensing areas.
- Orders pharmacy supplies as appropriate.
- Assists in maintaining pharmacy security and organization of equipment, supplies, pharmacy records, and pharmaceuticals.
- Keeps and maintains the pharmacy storage areas in a clean and organized manner.
- Delivers medications to appropriate units while using appropriate precautions as indicated.
- Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
How to qualify
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent; AND
2. One (1) year (equivalent to 2,000 hours) of experience in performing the duties of a porter,
shipping and/or receiving clerk, or stock person.
One year of full-time employment is equivalent to 2,000 hours (2,000 hours of qualifying work
experience is based on a 40 hour work week). Any overtime hours that you work above 40 hours per
week are not included in the calculation to determine full-time employment.
The above minimum qualifications reflect special conditions associated with the position(s) to be filled. They may differ from the standard minimum qualifications associated with this classification.
Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
The stated desirable qualifications may be used to identify job
finalists at the end of the selection process when candidates are referred for hiring.
- Experience working in a pharmacy or hospital.
- Experience working with inventory control.
Important Note: Please make sure it is absolutely clear in your application exactly how you meet the minimum qualifications. Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. Please be aware that any misrepresentation of this information may disqualify you from this recruitment or future job opportunities.
Selection Procedures:
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following.
Minimum Qualification Supplemental Questionnaire (MQSQ):
Candidates will be required to complete an MQSQ as part of the employment application. This MQSQ is designed to obtain specific information regarding an applicant's experience in relation to the Minimum Qualifications (MQ) for this position. The MQSQ will be used to evaluate if the applicant possesses the required minimum qualifications.
Assessment Component
Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in Multiple Choice exam that is designed to measure the knowledge, skills, and abilities in job related areas which may include but not be limited to:
Written Examination (Weight: 100%):
Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in a written multiple choice examination designed to measure their relative knowledge, skills and abilities in job-related areas. The multiple-choice examination component may include, but is not be limited to: knowledge of pharmacy inventory and procedures; basic mathematical skills; ability to prepare and maintain accurate, routine reports and records; interpersonal ability; written communication ability; and computer ability.
This is a standardized multiple-choice examination. Inspection privileges do not apply to the questions and answers in this examination. The examination will only be offered in person in San Francisco. Candidates must achieve a passing score on all selection procedures in order to be ranked on the eligible list. Candidate scores on this exam may also be applied to other announcements involving other job titles, when directed by the Human Resources Director.
Candidates will be placed on the eligible list in rank order according to their final score. Candidate scores on this examination may also be applied to other announcements involving other job titles, when directed by the Human Resources Director.
Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions.
What else should I know?
Certification
The certification rule for the eligible list resulting from this examination will be the Rule of 10 Scores.
Eligible List/Score Report:
Once you pass the exam, you will be placed onto an eligible list and given a score and a rank. For more information, visit https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/process/
The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be 12 months and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.
How to apply:
Applications for City and County of San Francisco jobs are only accepted through an online process. Visit careers.sf.gov and begin the application process. Our e-mail communications may come from more than one department so please make sure your email is set to accept messages from all of us at this link.
Applicants may be contacted by email about this recruitment therefore, it is their responsibility to contact the Analyst if they update their email address.
Applicants will receive a confirmation email that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received.
Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights:
This is a Position Based Test (PBT) administered in accordance with Civil Service Rule 111A.
Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. Clerical errors may be corrected by the posting the correction on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/. The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 111A.35.1. The standard for the review of such appeals is ‘abuse of discretion’ or ‘no rational basis’ for establishing the position description, the minimum qualifications and/or the certification rule. Appeals must include a written statement of the item(s) being contested and the specific reason(s) why the cited item(s) constitute(s) abuse of discretion by the Human Resources Director. Appeals must be submitted directly to the Executive Officer of the Civil Service Commission within five business days of the announcement issuance date.
DPH Health Critical Requirements and Information: Please review the following policies regarding DPH employment requirements that safeguard yourself and others.
Additional information regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the analyst, Juan Pablo Gonzalez at juanpablo.gonzalezsa@sfdph.org or 6282717243
We may use text messaging to communicate with you on the phone number provided in your application. The first message will ask you to opt in to text messaging.
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT: All City and County of San Francisco employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Someone is fully vaccinated when 14 days have passed since they received the final dose of a two-shot vaccine or a dose of a one-shot vaccine. Any new hire must present proof of full vaccination status to be appointed. Any new hire who will be routinely assigned or occasionally enter High-Risk Settings, must provide proof of having received a COVID-19 booster vaccine by March 1, 2022, or once eligible.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.
The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.