Pharmacy Inventory Technician

Company Overview:

BioMatrix is a nationwide, independently-owned infusion pharmacy with decades of experience supporting patients on specialty medication. Our compassionate care team helps patients navigate the often-challenging healthcare environment. We treat our patients like family and get them started on therapy quickly. We work closely with them as well as their family and their healthcare providers throughout the patient journey, staying focused on optimal clinical outcomes.

At BioMatrix the heart of our Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, & Access (IDEA) philosophy is the commitment to cultivate a welcoming space where everyone's contributions are acknowledged and celebrated. Our goal is to draw in, develop, engage, and retain talented, high-performing individuals from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints. We believe that both respecting and embracing diversity enriches the experiences and successes of our patients, employees, and partners.

  Schedule & Location:

It is anticipated that an incumbent in this role will work on-site in Las Vegas, NV. 

Monday Through Friday From, 8:00 am- 4:30 pm PST or 10:00 am To 6:30 pm, Pacific Standard Time. 

Job Description:

The Pharmacy Inventory Technician is responsible for the accurate accounting of inventory including buying, receiving, processing, recording, distributing drug supplies and materials and maintenance of pharmacy inventory.  This includes the management of the Company's pump fleet. The Pharmacy Inventory Technician will also perform designated technical and clerical tasks associated with the preparation, labeling and dispensing of medications, including prepackaged or unit dose drugs, pharmacy quality control, management of pharmacy records, and preparation of orders for drugs.  All functions are under the direct supervision of a Pharmacist.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Current and valid Pharmacy Technician Certification in good standing and issued by state in which duties are performed required
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in retail/hospital pharmacy/ infusion specialty pharmacy required
• Minimum of one (1) year of pharmacy inventory management experience required 
• Strong customer service skills, focus and dedication
• Basic computer and internet skills (e.g. Microsoft Office)     

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

• Graduate of pharmacy technical college preferred
• National certification by Pharmacy Technician Certification Board preferred
• Knowledge of CareTend preferred

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cycle count pharmacy Inventory
• Stocking of inventory (Put order away each morning) and pulling of owes each morning
• Remove outdates from shelf for return
• Restock shelves from over stock shelves (including refrigerator)
• Go through returns and mark bottles that returns are available
• Process returns to vendors; maintain established return-to-stock procedures
• Checking pre-packs in automation so they can be put on the shelves
• Checking out dates and ensure all drugs have a label
• Accurately enters new product and supply inventory into Caretend and maintains appropriate drug and supply inventory levels.
• Generates labels, picks, and packages prepackaged and unit dose drugs in accordance with dispensing order (pick-list).
• Notifies pharmacist of new prescriptions for subsequent patient orders
• Accepts product and supply deliveries, unpacks, verifies accuracy of order and forwards packing information to accounts payable department
• Monitors shipments to confirm delivery; scans delivery tickets into system
• Files delivery tickets, order forms and prescriptions in an efficient, timely manner
• Performs and records quality assurance activities
• Maintains medication, ancillaries and supplies inventory levels to company goals; rotates stock and utilizes return process
• Ensures pharmacy area is clean and maintained per organizational policy and procedure
• Attends QMC meetings on a quarterly basis and provides input
• Participates in continuing education programs appropriate to this position, and maintain current knowledge of government regulations and industry best practices; provides relevant updates to staff members accordingly

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Must have scheduling flexibility and be able to work overtime when necessary.
• Careful attention to detail.
• Performs related duties as requested.
• Participates in quality assurance activities and audits as directed.

KNOWLEDEGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

• Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to focus on detail, be task-oriented with commitment to accuracy and risk reduction.
• Ability to work cooperatively with the pharmacist and other pharmacy operations staff.
• Ability to quickly respond to emergency requests.

Communication Skills 

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings. 
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information. 

Computer Skills 

• Become and remain proficient is all programs necessary for execution.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position requires constant sitting and standing with occasional walking, kneeling or stooping.
• This position requires the use of hands to finger, handle or feel objects and the ability to reach with hands and arms.
• This position requires constant talking and hearing.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• This position must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Required to move/lift delivery boxes.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If needing a reasonable accommodation within the application process, please contact the BioMatrix People & Culture team at  or x 1425.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

OTHER 

• Will participate in legal and ethical compliance training each year.
• Will consistently behave in compliance with the BioMatrix, LLC's legal and ethical policies and procedures.
• Will abide by the policies of BioMatrix, LLC as set forth in the Compliance Manual.
• Will not participate in any conduct considered to be unethical or illegal.

EXPECTATION FOR ALL EMPLOYEES 

Supports the organization's mission, vision, and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: integrity, dedication, compassion, enrichment and enthusiasm, places patients first, is all-in with stacked-hands, and is focused on relentless consistency wins.

GENERAL INFORMATION: 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, competing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the organization's services (may include: visitors, patients, employees, or others).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.