Pharmacy Inventory Control Specialist-HUP-full time, days

Pennsylvania Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prepaid tuition assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking an Inventory Control Specialist in Philadelphia, responsible for managing pharmacy inventory and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The role requires strong attention to detail and the ability to manage inventory effectively.

The ideal candidate must possess a Certified Pharmacy Technician certification and at least three years of pharmacy experience. Responsibilities include monitoring inventory, managing drug recalls, and maintaining accurate inventory records.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, focusing on employee well-being and professional development.

Qualifications

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification required within six months of hire.
• Registered Technician (PA State Board of Pharmacy) required.
• Previous pharmacy experience and inventory management expertise preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage physical inventory and resolve issues in storeroom operations.
• Ensure medications are stored properly and within expiration dates.
• Document all inventory records accurately and thoroughly.
• Assist pharmacy staff with FDA recall notifications.

Skills

Inventory management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

3+ years pharmacy experience

Pharmacy inventory experience

Job description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary

• The Inventory Control Specialist is a Pharmacy Technician III who is responsible for properly maintaining an average monthly Pharmacy inventory on hand of almost $5 million dollars. Assist Purchasing staff in preparing orders, ensure accurate billing and shipment of orders, and receive, unpack and enter products into one of our automated inventory systems. The Inventory Control Specialist will ensures that inventory cycle counts are completely regularly and in a timely manner. Develop and implement procedures for ensuring that adequate inventory levels are present. Proactively alert purchasing staff regarding restock opportunities. Conduct inventory audit on a regular basis and provides reports to management. Audit received drugs for accuracy, quality, and adherence to all special instructions. Report inventory on hand at Drug Shortage Task Force meetings.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring our Storeroom operations are successful by performing all inventory functions to ensure accuracy, efficiency, compliance standards, and minimal damage. This person will manage the physical inventory in the Lower and Main Storeroom, resolving and proactively addressing any issues that may occur and answering any questions about inventory that may arise.
• Works with hospital staff to ensure medications are stored properly and are within expiration date. Completes check for expired meds daily for assigned bin locations. Stores inventory in proper locations to ensure compliance. Maintains inventory in storeroom is adequately controlled and all transactions are properly documented. Maximizes inventory system functionality to ensure the purchasing and inventory control processes are efficient and accurate. Ensure that inventory automation systems are being used properly, to include monthly reconciliations. Review bi-monthly cycle counts performed by Storeroom staff.
• Maintains inventory records appropriately, including documentation of all receipts, issues and transfers.
• Assists purchasing staff in handling notification of FDA recalls; retrieval of medication from inventory, patient care areas, Inpatient and Outpatient Pharmacy; returns to vendor.
• Ensures inventory in storeroom is adequately controlled and all transactions are properly documented.
• Completes check for expired meds daily for assigned bin locations.
• Possess and exhibits practical, technical and academic knowledge sufficient to successfully manage all receiving activities. Completes annual safety training.
• Expands professional and personal growth by adjusting to current trends in his/her field and preparing to meet changes.

Credentials

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) certification required prior to employment or within six (6) months of hire as a condition of employment. (Note: If the employee does not obtain the CPhT within the first six (6) months of employment, the employee will be immediately terminated. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain this certification throughout their employment with the HUP Pharmacy Department. Failure to recertify before the expiration date of their CPhT Certification will result in immediate termination.) (Required.)
• Registered Technician (PA State Board of Pharmacy) (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• At least 3 years of previous pharmacy experience (Required)
• Previous pharmacy inventory experience is preferred.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.