Pharmacy Technician III Inventory Specialist

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education research and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Plus 3 years relevant pharmacy technician experience OR Undergraduate degree and relevant pharmacy technician experience

• Eligible for licensure or licensed pharmacy technician by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy

• PTCB National Certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree

• ASHP/ACPE accredited technician training or certificate program

• Prior experience in specialty role

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Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate inventory levels through routine monitoring cycle counts and full inventory counts.

• Place drug orders with an emphasis on maximizing the 340B program utilization.

• Order and maintain adequate supplies to support pharmacy operations.

• Receive unpack and verify incoming orders in compliance with DSCSA requirements.

• Accurately stock and shelf medications ensuring proper storage conditions and organization.

• Apply received medications to perpetual inventory systems and ensure inventory accuracy.

• Review and reconcile invoices; ensure timely and accurate submission.

• Monitor and manage insufficient inventory queues to prevent stockouts.

• Analyze and work on slow mover reports to optimize inventory turnover and reduce waste.

• Gather prepare and process medication returns including expired/wasted products and recalls.

• Pull and coordinate recalled medications in accordance with regulatory requirements.

• Assist in contract setup and maintain purchasing frameworks including the creation of purchase order (PO) structures.

• Displays courtesy and respect toward all patients and employees.

• Demonstrates cultural sensitivity.

• Strives to provide excellent pharmacy services.

• Values patient safety as a priority.

• Promotes health equity.

• Displays teamwork ability.

• Works creatively to solve problems and improve services.

• Participates in the training of staff.

• Accurately fill prescriptions by selecting the correct drug dosage form strength and quantity.

• Count package and label medications in accordance with pharmacy standards.

• Prepare compounded medications including sterile products such as IV fluids when required.

• Adhere to all pharmacy laws regulations and organizational policies.

• Ensure proper handling storage and documentation of controlled substances. Maintain compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards including DSCSA and compounding requirements.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background drug testing and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

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