Pharmacy EDK Technician - (Day Shift)

LTC PHARMA HLDG LLC

Riverside (MO)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 25,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

PTO

Merit-based raises

Career growth

On-site flu vaccines

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Polaris Pharmacy Services is seeking a Pharmacy EDK Technician to maintain EKIT inventory, restock EKITS daily, and ensure items are verified by a pharmacist before shelving. The role emphasizes accuracy, regulatory compliance (HIPAA), and attention to expiration dates.

You will pre-package medications, communicate needs to purchasing, and support a 24/7 operation with flexibility for overtime and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice.
High School diploma or equivalent required.
Previous pharmacy experience preferred (long-term care preferred).

Responsibilities

Restock EKITS daily and update expiration dates as needed.
Remove soon-to-expire medications and replace as needed.
Build new EKITS as needed.
Check EKIT shelves for expired drugs.
Provide a list of items to be ordered to purchasing.
Pre-package medications and products manually.
Ensure pre-pack log is completed with each packaging.
Ensure all pre-packed EKIT inventory is verified by a pharmacist before shelving.
Follow HIPAA and other government regulations and maintain clean workstation.

Skills

Brand name knowledge

English proficiency

Detail-oriented

Physical stamina

Shift flexibility

Education

Pharmacy technician license

High School diploma

Job description

WHO WE ARE

At Polaris Pharmacy Services, we're more than a pharmacy - we're a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we're raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support.

Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint.

Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact. We offer more than just a job - we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement.

If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us.

Job Summary:

The Pharmacy EDK Technician maintains EDK inventory and restocks EKITS for clients.

Duties/Responsibilities:

Restock EKITS daily and update the expiration dates on content list as needed.
Remove soon to expire medication and replace as needed.
Build new EKITS as needed.
Periodically check shelves containing EKIT inventory for expired drugs
Provide a list of items that need to be ordered to the purchasing department.
Pre-package medication and products manually.
Ensure pre-pack log is completed each time medication is packaged.
Ensure all pre-packed EKIT inventory is verified by a pharmacist before it is placed on the shelf.
Follow all applicable government regulations, including HIPAA
Maintain clean/organized workstation areas and replenish all stock supplies needed each shift
Alert pharmacist on duty of any medication/product that is not scanning properly
Comply with departmental policies regarding safety, attendance, and dress code
Overtime, holidays, and weekends may be required and/or expected
Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needs

QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of brand name/generic medications
Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Able to work at a moderate speed.
Able to work during inclement weather.
Reliable
Detail-focused with analytical problem-solving skills
Able to physically perform light lifting.
Must be able to work various shifts and day

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent required
Pharmacy technician licenses/certifications required by state regulations and state of practice.
Previous pharmacy experience preferred (one or more years of long-term care experience preferred)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walk
May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
May lift and/or move up to 30 pounds
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role

HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY

Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.
Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.
Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.

Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business.

BENEFITS for full time Employees