Pharmacy Inventory Technician

JOB SUMMARY

This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job.

The Pharmacy Inventory Technician is responsible for receiving, stocking and delivering pharmaceuticals/pharmaceutical supplies for all Pharmacy areas. Assists the Pharmacy Buyers in maintaining drug and supply inventory by managing the receipt of inventory and overseeing existing inventory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct.

* Collaborate with SHC and LPCH docks/Shipping & Receiving as necessary as necessary for incoming or outgoing shipments
* Receive all products from various vendors, via various carriers/couriers
* Receive direct purchases through PeopleSoft system
* Checks incoming orders against items listed on receiving documents for accuracy of shipment and integrity of product
* Confirm product against Electronic Health Record (EHR), IV manager workflow system and other pharmacy systems by bar code scanning
* Processes damaged products for returns
* Identifies incoming stock requiring quarantine and triages to appropriate person(s).
* Distribute and stock in appropriate storage space (room temp, refrigerate, freezer) for all Pharmacy areas.
* Communicates inventory issues and concerns to buyers
* Receive controlled substances into Pharmacy Controlled Substance Cabinet
* Manage and restock from overfill areas (back-orders/overstock) to main stock
* Establishes and maintains the inventory levels of drugs and supplies, oversees the verification of products received and the rotating and arranging of stock.
* Assists with preparations for annual physical drug inventory.