Pharmacy Technician Inventory Control Specialist - Outpatient / HH-Pharmacy

Children's Nebraska • Omaha, IL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for inventory control, procurement and coordination of pharmaceuticals and department supplies. Builds relationships with vendors and other organizations to obtain pharmaceuticals and related products in appropriate quantities at the best possible price. Maintains records and dynamically adjusts par values, stock, inventory calculations as appropriate. Performs a variety of reporting and billing duties to ensure appropriate payment, utilization and inventory controls. Ongoing analysis of purchasing data to improve department performance. Performs duties under the direct supervision of a staff pharmacist, and within the scope of practice as defined by policies and procedures and the State of Nebraska. Orders, receives and stocks supplies and pharmaceuticals to maintain inventory levels. Codes and authorizes invoices and requisitions. Coordinates returns and recalls. Records and maintains Pharmacy QA Records. Submits special billing to appropriate 3rd parties and ensures timely and accurate reimbursement.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• 1-3 years Previous experience in retail pharmacy services Required
• Current and valid registration with the State of Nebraska Required
• Pharmacy Technician Certification from a recognized national or local certification board that is approved by the State of Nebraska, within 30 days of hire. within 30 Days Required
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State As applicable, must have valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle driving record. Required
• Successful completion of security check in compliance with requirements set by the State of Nebraska Required
• Minimum of 18 years of age Required
• Experience with the supply process and distribution phases of inventory management in a retail pharmacy setting.
• Knowledge of computerized inventory management and contract compliance procedures.
• Mathematical skills necessary for algebraic conversions, addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Verbal and written communication skills sufficient/necessary to receive and deliver information accurately among pharmacy staff and others.
• Experience with typing keyboard/computer.
• Ability to prioritize time and tasks according to the needs of patients and the department with minimum supervision and direction.

Nice To Haves

• 1-3 years Previous purchasing/inventory control experience Preferred
• 1-3 years For Home Health: Previous medical billing experience in a LTC or Home Health setting Preferred

Responsibilities

• Maintaining appropriate stock volumes of pharmaceuticals and supplies within the pharmacy, including processing of appropriate paperwork and electronic files used in the ordering, receiving, and pricing of medications and supplies.
• Completing monthly manual billing charges in a timely manner.
• Communicating with finance to maintain accurate submission and reimbursement from 3rd parties.
• Working together with finance and reviews remittances to ensure proper payment from 3rd parties.
• Performing a variety of functions related to the role of the Pharmacy Technician purchaser, including reviewing charges/credits of medications, monitoring potential price increases, communicating with the Pharmacy Team regarding shortages, changes in products, deleted products and pricing updates.
• Coordinating pharmaceutical returns and medication recalls, optimizing credit whenever possible.
• Working with 340b pharmacy technicians to ensure proper compliance with drug purchases.
• Collaborating with the pharmacy leadership team to ensure operational efficiency and leverage new opportunities.
• Responsible for monthly reporting on savings opportunities, split billing software maintenance and all areas of program compliance.
• Reviewing and verifying invoices, ensuring proper product documentation including receipt, pricing and terms.
• Ensuring multistep receipt validation and documentation of each inventory item.
• Resolving invoice discrepancies as soon as possible with appropriate vendor and documenting accordingly.
• Making correction or change to purchase orders through receipts or invoice authorization and documentation.
• Validating appropriate invoice documentation in electronic filing system prior to forwarding to finance for payment.
• Initiating process for invoice submission in an accurate and timely manner.
• Coordinating pharmaceutical returns, breakages and medication recalls, optimizing credit whenever possible.
• Assisting with ensuring up-to-date and accurate pricing information is maintained in computer systems.
• Providing updated pricing and/or NDC Changes on quarterly basis.
• Communicating with the Pharmacy management regarding pharmaceutical shortages, changes in products, products and pricing updates.
• Contacting pharmacy wholesaler or vendors to communicate organizational needs and works to identify product deliveries.
• Maintaining up to date shortage/backorder listing for pharmacy department staff and management team.
• Identifying suitable alternatives for evaluation by pharmacy management team.
• Providing supply updates on a routine basis and communicating anticipated shortage timelines.
• Providing routine information regarding expenses for productivity reporting and budgeting projections.
• For Home Health: Responsible for accurate insurance selection for medical and NCPDP claims during the initial intake and during billing review.
• Performing billing review of sales orders prior to shipment of medication and supplies.
• Communicating with the pharmacy manager, pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.
• Completing audits on a regular basis for accurate sales orders and invoice billing.
• Communicating with patients when a corrected sales order needs a signature.

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children.
• Highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve.
• We put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!
• Dedicated to a People First culture, we foster an environment with joy, belonging, wellbeing, learning and growth.
• Turn your passion into purpose and make a difference where it matters most.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED