Competitive Pay | Stable Schedule | Career Growth

About Our Company:

SpecialtyRx is a Long-Term Care pharmacy providing comprehensive pharmaceutical services to long-term care facilities and assisted living communities. We take pride in delivering personalized care, maintaining high-quality pharmacy services, and creating a supportive environment where employees can grow and succeed.

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM, and every 3rd Saturday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

Position Summary:

SpecialtyRx is seeking a dependable, organized, and detail-oriented Pharmacy Purchasing & Receiving Technician to join our Long-Term Care Pharmacy team. This position is responsible for coordinating medication and pharmacy supply purchasing, managing inventory levels, and ensuring the accurate and timely receipt of products from vendors.

The ideal candidate will play an important role in maintaining adequate medication and supply levels, supporting daily pharmacy operations, and ensuring purchasing and receiving activities are completed accurately and in accordance with pharmacy policies and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate and manage the purchasing of medications and pharmacy supplies to ensure continuous product availability.
Monitor inventory levels and place orders to maintain optimal stock levels and prevent shortages.
Verify product availability, pricing, expiration dates, and quantities before placing orders.
Receive, inspect, and verify incoming medication and supply shipments from all vendors.
Match purchase orders with invoices and packing slips to ensure accuracy in quantities and product information, including NDCs.
Accurately process and enter received orders into the pharmacy inventory management system.
Inspect shipments for damage, expiration dates, and appropriate storage requirements, including refrigerated medications.
Ensure medications and supplies are properly labeled, organized, and stored according to pharmacy standards and regulatory guidelines.
Monitor inventory for short-dated and expired products and assist with stock rotation.
Handle controlled substances in accordance with applicable DEA regulations, state pharmacy laws, and company policies.
Communicate discrepancies, shortages, pricing concerns, and damaged shipments to the appropriate department.
Process purchasing reports and maintain accurate inventory records.
Collaborate with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, distributors, and other pharmacy departments to support efficient operations.
Assist with department training and provide support to team members as needed.
Maintain compliance with pharmacy policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient receiving and inventory area.
Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory audits as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Regional Purchasing Manager.

Qualifications:

Pharmacy Technician experience preferred.
High School Diploma or GED required.
Pharmacy Technician certification preferred or required in accordance with applicable state regulations.
Experience with pharmacy inventory, purchasing, or receiving preferred.
Familiarity with pharmaceutical products, NDCs, and purchasing documentation preferred.
Experience with FrameworkLTC and/or SureCost preferred.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Strong analytical, organizational, and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet deadlines.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and perform repetitive physical activities.
Ability to bend, reach, stand, and move throughout the workday.
Ability to travel as needed.
Must be dependable, punctual, and flexible.
Training will be provided for candidates interested in developing their skills in this role.

Working Conditions:

Pharmacy and warehouse environment.
Exposure to refrigerated storage areas and various medication packaging materials.
Requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

What We Offer:

Competitive pay based on experience.
Stable and consistent work schedule.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Group life insurance and short-term disability.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
401(k) with company match.
Paid training and registration support.
Career advancement and professional development opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

SpecialtyRx, Inc. is fully committed to employing a diverse workforce. We recruit and retain talented individuals without regard to gender, race, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

EO/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.

SpecialtyRx

Purchasing Pharmacy Technician

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