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Pharmacy Inventory Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Inventory Specialist

Mobile, AL · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Mobile, AL

$16 - $20.50/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Mobile, AL · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Madison, AL · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Mobile, AL · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Athens, AL · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Mobile, AL · On-site

$17.50 - $22/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Athens, AL · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Madison, AL · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Inventory Specialist

Mobile, AL · On-site

$16 - $20.50/hr

Supports pharmacy inventory management activities, including receiving, counting, ordering, and facilitating returns. Champions On-Shelf Availability and is responsible for receiving, counting ...

Pharmacy Manager

Pinson, AL · On-site

$60 - $70.75/hr

... inventory and regarded as an expert in pharmacy inventory operations * mentor others on best practices to maximize sales, minimize shrink while meeting customers' needs while using programs such as ...

Pharmacy Manager

Pinson, AL · On-site

$60 - $70.75/hr

... inventory and regarded as an expert in pharmacy inventory operations * mentor others on best ... practices to maximize sales, minimize shrink while meeting customers' needs while using programs ...

PHARMACY TECH PT (12684)

Cullman, AL · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Maintain pharmacy inventory levels and assist in ordering and restocking medications and supplies. * Demonstrate proficiency in all computer systems utilize in pharmacy. * Demonstrate and encourage ...

PHARMACY TECH CERT PT (9728)

Cullman, AL · On-site

$15.50 - $18.75/hr

Maintain pharmacy inventory levels and assist in ordering and restocking medications and supplies. * Demonstrate proficiency in all computer systems utilize in pharmacy. * Demonstrate and encourage ...

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How much do pharmacy inventory jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for pharmacy inventory in Alabama is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some of the most common challenges faced in a Pharmacy Inventory role?

One of the most frequent challenges in a Pharmacy Inventory role is accurately tracking and reconciling inventory levels, especially in busy pharmacies with high-volume turnover. You may need to identify expired or recalled medications, manage backorders, and adapt quickly to unexpected changes in demand. Working closely with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and suppliers is essential to resolve discrepancies and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. Staying organized and proactive helps overcome these challenges, ensuring the pharmacy operates smoothly and efficiently.

What is a Pharmacy Inventory job?

A Pharmacy Inventory job involves managing and tracking medications and supplies to ensure proper stock levels, prevent shortages, and minimize waste. Responsibilities typically include ordering medications, checking for expired products, maintaining accurate records, and complying with regulations. This role is essential for ensuring that pharmacies operate efficiently and that patients receive necessary medications without delays. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and knowledge of pharmaceutical products are key in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Pharmacy Inventory position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Pharmacy Inventory role, you generally need strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and a high school diploma or equivalent, with additional education in pharmacy technology being beneficial. Familiarity with inventory management systems, pharmacy software (such as QS/1 or PioneerRx), and barcode scanning tools is commonly required. Exceptional communication skills, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities help set standout candidates apart. These competencies ensure that medication stock levels are accurately tracked and managed, supporting both operational efficiency and patient safety.

Infographic showing various Pharmacy Inventory job openings in Alabama as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,322 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

Pharmacy Tech Inventory Clerk

DCH Health System

Tuscaloosa, AL • On-site

$14 - $17/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


DCH Health System rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Overview

The Pharmacy Inventory Clerk will work be responsible for managing the pharmacy's inventory by receiving, stocking, rotating and assist in track of medication of supplies. The technician will assist in rotating stock to avoid product out dates, perform inventory checks, and inform the buyer of needed medications. The position also includes monitoring waste to identify areas for potential improvement and cost savings, ensuring a smooth workflow by completing all assigned tasks prior to the end of shift, and maintaining familiarity with medication formulary.

Responsibilities
  • Receiving Order
  • Receives incoming pharmaceuticals, medical supplies and other pharmacy applicable items. Checks items specification and quantity for accuracy and completeness.
  • Receives pharmaceuticals orders and ensures accurate linking of the barcode in the EHR and automated dispensing systems for patient safety.
  • Reconcile packing slips/invoices for accuracy of pricing and shipment descriptions/quantities. Resolve shipping and packing list discrepancies with the applicable wholesaler, manufacturer or distributor.
  • Receives order to ensure separation of duties, matches purchase orders with packing slips, escalates packing slip/purchase order mismatches with distributors and manufacturers
  • Restocking order
  • After receiving order clerk will be responsible for distributing product to automated and other non-automated areas for pharmacy use.
  • Reviews inventory for accurate counts and correct stock rotation.
  • Inventory Management
  • Works with vendors to ensure medication and supply orders reach main campus outpatient and off-campus outpatient cost centers on time and complete, as needed.
  • Assist the Inventory Specialist in the pharmaceuticals recall process to ensure recalled products are removed from inventory and segregated.
  • Ensure all DSCSA track and trace rules are followed.
  • Monitors stock for expiration dates and pull expired or outdates items for proper disposal
  • Purchasing
  • Assist purchasing with the facilitating and the procurement of pharmaceuticals, IVFs, medical supplies and general supplies when needed. Ensures that all ordered products are contracted or lowest price offerings.
  • Performance Improvement
  • Participates in department performance improvement activities (e.g. culture of safety, employee engagement attends group feedback sessions, submits ideas for new processes, identifies areas for workflow or scheduling improvements).
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    DCH Standards:

    • Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
    • Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
    • Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
    • Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
    • Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
    • Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
    • Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
    • Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
    • All other duties as assigned.

     

    Qualifications
  • High School graduate or equivalent.
  • Must successfully receive their Pharmacy Technician Certification awarded by a certification group recognized by the American Society of Health System Pharmacists or the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy (e.g. the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB), the Exam for the Certification of Pharmacy Technician (ExCPT) within 6 months for hire date
  • Must maintain minimum of pharmacy technician competency
  • Experience in inventory and purchasing preferred
  • WORKING CONDITIONS

    WORK CONTEXT

    Environmental

    • Exposure to contaminants
    • Exposure to hazardous conditions
    • Close physical proximity
    • Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment

    Psychological

    • Contact with others
    • Occasionally deal with unpleasant or angry people
    • Daily use of electronic mail
    • Engage in face to face discussions
    • Effective interpersonal and communication skills
    • Frequent use telephone
    • Collaboratively able to work on group or team
    • Excellent analytical skills, critical thinking and decision-making skills
    • Must be able to communicate expectations to staff and hold the staff accountable using the just culture process

    PHYSICAL FACTORS

    • Physical activities include: Talking, hearing, bending, twisting, walking, kneeling, crouching, stooping, climbing, balancing, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, repetitive motion, standing, and/or using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls).
    • Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
    • Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
    • Must be able to tolerate prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing
    • Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
    • Possible exposure to disease, infection and hazardous materials.
    • Physical presence onsite is essential. 

     

    OTHER JOB FACTORS

    • Must be pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
    • Must be reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfill obligations.
    • Must be able to file and maintain records.
    • Must be careful about detail and be thorough in completing work tasks
    • Must be willing to take on responsibilities and challenges.
    • Must be honest and ethical.
    • Must be able to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
    Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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