Controlled Substance Associate

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Job Description:

Job Summary

The Compliance Specialist I is responsible for strictly adhering to all compliance and regulatory standard operating procedures as part of the order filling process for controlled substances (C3-C5). This position will demonstrate order fulfillment task goals are conducted accurately efficiently and safely while surpassing customer expectations.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

• Receive and put away controlled substances and List 1 products

• ARCOS administration (DEA database to record any product movements)

• DEA registration validation

• Pick pack and check DEA orders

• DEA cage Inventory Management (cycle count quarantine damages investigating discrepancies)

• Escalate issues & questions as directed (participate in investigations)

• Reporting theft and loss to the DEA (who should be responsible for this)

• Accurate recording keeping and compliance with record retention policies as directed

• Participate in audits as requested

• Engage in continuous improvement as directed

• Attend all required training

• Preparing and shipping controls for reverse distribution process

• Process returns

• Communicate with non-PLSI business partners on controlled substance matters.

Additional functions

In addition to the essential functions listed above the incumbent may perform the following additional functions

• Transacting all business in accordance to Patterson Companies business code of ethics and conduct

• Align with Patterson Companies Purpose Vision and Values statement

• Using assigned warehouse equipment/machinery to perform assigned job

• Meeting/exceeding assigned performance metrics and KPIs

• Helping maintain an organized clean and safe warehouse

• Handling all hazardous materials pesticides and prescription drugs according to the Companys processes/procedures and all applicable laws and regulations

• Performing all work in accordance with Company Safety guidelines and procedures with safety and regulatory compliance

• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred

• Proficient and accurate PC/keyboarding skills. Familiar with MS Office Productivity Suite (Excel Word) and email

• Ability to read write and count

• Comprehensive problem-solving skills

• Ability to meet deadlines and productivity goals

• This position requires the ability to train and certify the use of a variety of forklifts: sit down Cherry picker (mobile elevated working platform) and/or Joey forklift (multipurpose order picker that can elevate an operator and can be driven at height to move from task to task)

Working Conditions

• Lift and carry up to 55 pounds team lift 56 to 100 pounds: continuous moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

• Sitting or standing: continuous moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

• Use of hands: Continuous moderate or occasional heavy physical activity

• Stoop bend or crawl: Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity

• Ascend/descend on a ladder. Occasional or frequent moderate physical activity

• This position requires no travel per week in a local area

• For this position being on-call is not required

• Exposure to dust

Whats In It For You

We provide competitive benefits unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:

• Full Medical Dental and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.

• 401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.

• Paid Time Off (PTO).

• Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.

• Volunteer Time Off (VTO).

• Educational Assistance Program.

• Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.

• LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).

• Patterson Perks Program.

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market) experience and skills.

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy childbirth or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.