Pharmacy Technician (Receiving)

SpecialtyRx • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

SpecialtyRx is a long-term care pharmacy serving long-term care facilities and assisted living communities. The Pharmacy Technician (Receiving) supports accurate, timely receipt and handling of medications and supplies from vendors in a fast-paced, compliance-driven pharmacy environment. The role receives and verifies medication shipments, records inventory, stores medications according to pharmacy layout and regulatory requirements, and supports inventory quality assurance and ongoing pharmacy workflow.

The scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM–6:30 PM, and every third Saturday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM. The position is based in a warehouse and pharmacy environment, including exposure to refrigerated areas and various packaging materials. The technician must be able to train on day shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ohio Pharmacy Technician Certification, as required by state regulations.
• At least 1 year of pharmacy or inventory receiving experience.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical products, NDCs, and receiving documentation.
• Comfort using pharmacy management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, lift, squat, and reach.
• Ability to train on day shift.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and communication skills.
• Dependability and punctuality, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Long-term care or retail pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and verify incoming medication shipments, including prescription drugs, OTC medications, refrigerated medications, and controlled substances.
• Match purchase orders with invoices and packing slips and verify quantities and NDCs.
• Inspect packages for damage, expiration dates, and compliance with storage requirements, including refrigeration.
• Enter received items accurately into the pharmacy inventory system, such as FrameworkLTC or SureCost.
• Label and shelve medications in the appropriate storage areas according to pharmacy layout and regulatory guidelines.
• Rotate stock and remove short-dated or expired inventory as part of quality assurance protocols.
• Handle controlled substances in compliance with DEA and state pharmacy board regulations and internal protocols.
• Immediately communicate discrepancies or damaged shipments to the Inventory Lead or Purchasing Department.
• Collaborate with packaging, fulfillment, and order entry teams to support continuous workflow.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in receiving and inventory areas.
• Participate in cycle counts and physical inventory audits as scheduled.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Group life insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid training and registration support.
• Advancement opportunities, including Senior Technician and Lead roles, IV training, and Data Entry training.

What This Job Offers

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