Controlled Substance Associate

Compliance Specialist I

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Job Summary

The Compliance Specialist I is responsible for strictly adhering to all compliance and regulatory standard operating procedures as part of the order filling process for controlled substances (C3-C5). This position will demonstrate order fulfillment task goals are conducted accurately, efficiently, and safely, while surpassing customer expectations.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation. To request a reasonable accommodation, notify Human Resources or the manager who oversees the position.

• Receive and put away controlled substances and List 1 products
• ARCOS administration (DEA database to record any product movements)
• DEA registration validation
• Pick, pack and check DEA orders
• DEA cage Inventory Management (cycle count, quarantine, damages, investigating discrepancies)
• Escalate issues & questions as directed (participate in investigations)
• Reporting theft and loss to the DEA (who should be responsible for this?)
• Accurate recording keeping and compliance with record retention policies as directed
• Participate in audits as requested
• Engage in continuous improvement as directed
• Attend all required training
• Preparing and shipping controls for reverse distribution process
• Process returns
• Communicate with non-PLSI business partners on controlled substance matters.

In addition to the essential functions listed above, the incumbent may perform the following additional functions

Job Qualifications

Working Conditions

We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees :

The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.

$17.88 - $21.92

EEO Statement

Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse / family member of a protected veteran; or disability.