Inventory Clerk- Pharmacy

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Pharmacy Automation and Inventory Clerk for the CoxHealth South location in Springfield, MO. You will support automation systems, manage stock levels, and coordinate recall communications to ensure accurate par levels and efficient operations in the inpatient pharmacy.

Requires 1–2 years related experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and Pharmacy Technician certification with Missouri Board of Pharmacy registration or within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Required: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required: 1-2 years related experience
• Must be certified as Pharmacy Technician through a nationally accredited organization
• Registered with Missouri State Board of Pharmacy or in process within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Quality assurance projects related to automation
• Supervise technicians in daily cabinet fill and inspections
• Monitor inventory across pharmacy areas and coordinate recalls
• Coordinate requisitions and liaison with buyers and staff
• Utilize wholesaler software and pharmacy systems daily

Skills

Inventory management

Pharmacy operations

Attention to detail

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Recall software

Education

Pharmacy Technician Certification

High school diploma

Tools

Pharmacy automation systems

Wholesaler ordering systems

Pharmacy software

Job description

Facility

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department

1080 Inpatient Pharmacy South

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Hours

6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
• Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description

The Pharmacy Automation and Inventory Clerk has an in depth working knowledge of department automation systems, including hardware and software necessary to operate these systems. This technician is responsible for quality assurance projects as related to automation. The Automation and Inventory Clerk will provide direction and assist with supervision of technicians involved in daily cabinet fill and inspection operations. This person is also proficient with wholesaler ordering systems and understands inventory management. This person is responsible for monitoring inventory in multiple areas of the pharmacy, as well as monitoring the overstock and shortage related stock. This person is a liaison between pharmacy staff and the pharmacy system buyers; this person monitors stock levels against par, creates and coordinates requisitions, and facilitates communication with staff in these areas as well as the buyers. This position is responsible for coordinating recall communication and compliance with policy, and ensures completion of all daily automation and inventory operational tasks.

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent

Experience

Required: 1-2 years related experience

Skills

• Working knowledge of generic / brand medication names
• Working knowledge of Central Pharmacy operations
• Excellent organization, prioritization skills
• Excellent knowledge of Automation and Inventory management
• High level of courtesy and customer service skills
• Requires use of Microsoft Office, recall, and wholesaler software programs

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Required: Must be certified as a Pharmacy Technician through a nationally accredited pharmacy organization.
Required: Registered with the Missouri State Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician or application in process upon hire and obtained within 90 days of hire