Pharmacy Inventory Specialist

Pharmacy Inventory SpecialistPharMerica, a part of Brightspring Health Services, is a long-term care pharmacy services provider that supplies medications, clinical support, and pharmacy management to healthcare organizations across the United States. As a non-retail pharmacy, we focus on providing exceptional customer service and meeting the pharmacy needs for hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, long-term acute care centers, and other specialized care centers nationwide. Our organization is in high growth mode, which can provide opportunities for advancement for individuals looking for career progression!The Pharmacy Inventory Specialist will work closely with the Pharmacy Technician Supervisor, Pharmacy Fulfillment Manager, Pharmacy Director, and the Director of Procurement to ensure all aspects of inventory management at the pharmacy level are complete and accurate. Included in responsibilities are inventory counts, cycle counts, receiving, ordering, monitoring out-of-stock medications by looking into queues for upcoming patient orders. This would also include managing returns and transfers from pharmacy to pharmacy, and other duties as assigned.The ideal candidate will be a Registered Pharmacy Technician with two or more years in a Pharmacy or Healthcare Setting. Remote: May live anywhere within the Continental USA. Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm. Travel: up to 25%. Benefits and perks for you!Medical, Dental, Vision insuranceHealth Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)Tuition discounts & reimbursement401(k)Company Paid Time Off*Shift DifferentialDailyPayPet InsuranceEmployee wellness and discount programsResponsibilitiesParticipates in orientation, training, and competency assessmentManages the medication return processes including manufacturer returns and replacement productReceives drugs and supply orders, stock shelves, rotates stock using FEFO, and removes outdated drugs from inventoryMonitors inventory levels of supplies and drug specific care kits to ensure compliance with SOPsManages inventory out-of-stocks communicating with purchasing as necessaryCompletes cycle counts as well as physical inventory and investigate/resolve any active varianceEnsures all intercompany pharmacy transfers are completed as requested in a timely mannerMaintains a clean and safe pharmacy work environment by complying with policies, procedures, and regulationsOrganizes medications for pharmacist to dispense by reading medication orders and prescriptions; preparing labels; calculating quantitiesMonitors any communications between patients and physician offices to coordinate any deliveries that are delayedEnsures packing all deliveries are as per SOPs, including seasonal cold chain packing to protect product integrityUnderstands USP 800 guidelines and follows safe handling of hazardous materialsEscalates workflow/process improvement ideas to leadershipContributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as neededPerforms other tasks as assignedConducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standardsQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED equivalent; Certified Pharmacy Technician, Associates, or Bachelor's Degree desiredTwo or more years in a Pharmacy or Healthcare SettingPrevious leadership experience is a plusPharmacy or Health Care related knowledge, data entry experience in conjunction with pharmacy; SpecialtyPharmacy leadership experience preferredRegistration with Board of Pharmacy; Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB)Deadline oriented, strong time management and prioritization skills as well as an independent workerPharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network. Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success.