Pharmacy Inventory Technician-Central Nebraska Veterans' Home-Kearney, NE

State of Nebraska•Kearney, NE

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This dynamic position, under the immediate supervision of a licensed pharmacist, operates a pharmacy storeroom; orders, receives, stores and maintains inventory control of handled pharmaceuticals; assists the pharmacist with preparation, dispensing, and distribution of drugs or devices; and performs related work as required. The schedule is Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The wage is $23.919 (Breakdown: $20.919 base + $3.00/hour differential for all hours worked in the building).

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
High school diploma or equivalent
No misdemeanor or felony convictions of any non-alcohol, drug related crimes
Registered by a state or national certifying body approved by the State of Nebraska Board of Pharmacy as a pharmacy technician
Incumbents must maintain certification as a pharmacy technician
Knowledge of metric system measures, both liquid and solid
Knowledge of basic pharmaceutical nomenclature
Knowledge of the meaning and use of Roman numerals
Knowledge of Latin abbreviations used for dosages and directions to patients
Knowledge of basic medical terms relating to ailments, diseases, or infirmities
Knowledge of statutes, rules, and regulations governing the preparation, dispensing and distribution of drugs and devices
Knowledge of pharmaceutical recordkeeping
Knowledge of pharmaceutical technology and abbreviations
Knowledge of math
Knowledge of basic chemistry
Knowledge of principles, practices and standards of pharmacy operations
Knowledge of functions of supportive pharmacy personnel
Knowledge of control procedures and guidelines
Knowledge of inventory control
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to follow orders and written directions
Ability to maintain pharmaceutics and related supplies
Ability to operate automated dispensing systems
Ability to operate automated recordkeeping/ordering systems
Ability to operate office machines
Ability to interact with members in a tactful and empathetic manner
Ability to organize and carry out work assignments
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with physicians, employees and members

Responsibilities

Order drugs from a wholesaler to ensure sufficient stock
Receives orders and checks the invoice against the order and physically inventories the shipment
Maintains optimal inventory of all drugs in the pharmacy, avoiding shortages, overstocking and drug deterioration
Maintains updated data
Assists pharmacist in filling prescriptions and prepares medication for distribution
Performs related clerical work to keep accurate records
Cleans and maintains work areas to maintain sanitary conditions in the pharmacy