Cashier

Cashier

Primary Purpose

Prepares, operates, and closes the assigned cash register, while following established guidelines and procedures to ensure that monies are secured and accounted for, and that Parkland customers receive prompt, courteous, efficient service.
 

Minimum Specifications
 

Education

• None

Experience

• Must have one (1) year of experience working as a cashier.

Equivalent Education and/or Experience

• May have an equivalent combination of education and/or experience in lieu of specific education and/or experience as stated above.

Certification/Registration/Licensure

Nutrition Services Employees Only

• Must have a certificate of completion of a food handler training course accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and/or the Texas Department of State Health Services (TXDSHS) or must obtain one within sixty (60) days of placement in the role.

All Other Employees

• None

Required Tests for Placement
 

Skills or Special Abilities

• Must pass the Basic Math Test with a minimum score of 80%.
• Must be able to read, write, and successfully complete mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to accurately handle money.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with Parkland personnel, patients, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Operates an electronic cash register while entering correct charges, collecting accurate amounts of money, and giving correct change to customers to ensure that payment is received for purchases.
• Prepares for each shift by obtaining and inserting the correct amount of cash in the cash register, filling the coin machine, and verifying the receipt paper stock to ensure that the workstation is ready to service customers when the shift begins.
• Verifies and completes daily reports by documenting totals and obtaining management approval to ensure that cash transactions are handled accurately.
•  Maintains a positive working relationship with internal and external customers, including patients, hospital staff, and the public, to provide a quality customer service for Parkland staff and other customers.
• Delivers remaining cash and approved reports to the manager or Cashier Office, as determined by the assigned department, after each shift, while following established policies and procedures to ensure that all monies are secured and accounted for when the shift ends.