Pharmacy Inventory Technician (Olathe 6:00am - 2:30pm)

SelectQuote Insurance•Olathe, KS

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacy Inventory Technician receives, procures, and maintains drug inventory, along with drug purchasing, inventory distribution, and cost records for the pharmacy. The position maintains knowledge of pharmacy policies and works onsite at the Olathe, Kansas facility on the 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. CST shift. An active Kansas Pharmacy Technician certification is required for this role. The role supports pharmacy operations by receiving and stocking orders, maintaining accurate computerized inventory records, performing cycle counts and physical inventories, addressing discrepancies, and coordinating the handling of expired, damaged, overstocked, or recalled medications. It also requires communication and coordination with operations, accounting, and pharmacy leadership. This position works in a production or warehouse environment and requires regular presence on the production floor. The technician is expected to follow SelectRX policies and standards, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate courtesy, respect, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude with clients, peers, and visitors. Other job-related duties may be assigned by leadership. The stated base hourly pay range is $18.50 to $24.00. Candidates may also be eligible to participate in incentive compensation or short-term incentive plans.

Requirements

Active Kansas State Pharmacy Technician license for associates assigned to the Olathe, Kansas facility.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in inventory control or as a pharmacy technician.
Ability to handle challenging situations professionally and effectively, using available resources and critical thinking.
Customer service and customer relationship-building skills.
Excellent verbal presentation and written communication skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to solve routine or complicated problems effectively and drive projects to completion.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including Excel and Word.
Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to stand and walk for at least 8 hours throughout the workday and move frequently between workstations and production areas.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and climb stairs or ladders recurrently.
Ability to use hands and arms to handle, operate, or monitor equipment.
Ability to move, position, or transport materials or products weighing up to 15 pounds, with or without assistance.
Ability to sustain extended periods of standing at a computer or workstation and the physical activity required in a production-floor environment.

Nice To Haves

National Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or NHA) preferred.
Three years of experience in inventory control preferred.
Direct experience as a pharmacy technician in retail, mail-order, or specialty pharmacy is a plus.
Knowledge of standard medical terminology is a plus.

Responsibilities

Receive goods and check them against purchasing records; enter receipts, returns, and distributions into the computerized inventory system according to established procedures.
Maintain invoicing for drug and supply accounts.
Coordinate with operations to maintain communication, understand business needs, and provide support as needed.
Sort and stock inventory on shelves when orders are received.
Periodically review inventory for expired, damaged, or overstocked medications and coordinate disposal or returns through designated channels.
Maintain accurate computerized inventory records and perform regular cycle counts to validate physical inventory against system records.
Investigate inventory variances and report findings to management.
Conduct periodic physical inventories in accordance with management standards.
Prepare for physical inventory by updating shelf locations and labels, printing and notating count sheets, and organizing drug products by lot number.
Enter completed inventory counts into the database and investigate discrepancies.
Work with accounting or a manager to resolve reconciliation issues.
Coordinate required responses to and management of medication recall notifications with the pharmacy manager.
Maintain confidentiality and follow applicable department policies, procedures, and the associate handbook.
Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

Competitive medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Voluntary hospital indemnity, critical illness, accident insurance, and short-term disability
Voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and dependents
Company-paid basic life insurance
Company-paid long-term disability
Retirement plan with employer matching contribution and profit share
Tuition reimbursement
Company perks and discount program
Wellness and financial education resources
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive plans