Knoxville, Tennessee, United States of America

Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.

With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career.

East Tennessee Pharmacy Services, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Why East Tennessee Pharmacy Services? We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care.

Who We Are and What We’re About:

Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.

We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.

Schedule:

Variable schedule between 7am-7pm

The Inventory Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting in monitoring and maintaining the pharmacy inventory.  Ensures pharmacy has sufficient supply of inventory to meet operational needs while maintaining targeted inventory levels.

Attributes Required:               

Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophyStrategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficientlyProblem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional levelTeam Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members

Essential Job Functions (include the following):

The Inventory Pharmacy Technician is responsible for assisting in monitoring and maintaining the pharmacy inventory.  Ensures pharmacy has sufficient supply of inventory to meet operational needs while maintaining targeted inventory levels.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (include the following):

Receive, process, unpack and check in orders on daily basisPlace and organize inventory on shelves.  Ensure products are labeled.Perform daily cycle count activities and inventory auditsMonitor and maintain adequate inventory levels. Restock shelves from overstock daily. Remove outdated products from shelves for return. Investigate and report inventory discrepancies.Assist with maintaining pharmacy system by updating NDCs in a timely mannerParticipate in quarterly physical inventory. May assist in filling and packaging of prescriptionsMay assist with submitting all regular daily orders to ensure availability of products and smooth workflow in the pharmacyOther essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed

Education and/or Certifications:

High School Diploma or GED requiredPharmacy Technician license/certification/registration (per state requirements); National Certification preferred (PTCB)

Skills and Qualifications:

1+ years of related experience (advanced degree may substitute for experience)Inventory Management skillsAdvanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred/requiredAbility to work independently and deliver to deadlinesAbility to solve problems with minimal directionGreat attention to detail and accuracyAbility to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlinesQuality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire about inaccuracies

Work Environment:

Due to the collaborative nature of the business and the need to service customers, the employee must be able to interact effectively with others in an office environment, manage conflict, and handle stressful situations and deadlines. Ability to work flexible hours

What We Offer:

Emotional well-being and physical health are important, which is why our employees receive a generous benefits package and a work culture that supports our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”

Compensation & Financial

Competitive pay401(k) with up to 3.5% company match (1)

Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (1), (2)

Multiple health plan options including copay (FSA-eligible) and HSA eligible plansWellness Incentive ProgramDental and Vision plansCompany-paid basic life, AD&D and long-term disability coverageOptional employee, spouse, and child life/AD&D insuranceOptional accident, critical illness, and short-term disability coverageDependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time Off 

Paid holidays and sick daysGenerous vacation benefits based on years of service

(1) Eligibility begins the first of the month following 30 days of employment

(2) Full-time employees only, excluding EAP which is available to all Guardian employees

The Guardian Difference

Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs.

Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location.

Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment.

At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.