Pharmacy Buyer

Company: AdventHealth Corporate
Location: Sanford
Posted on: June 15, 2022

Job Description:

DescriptionAll the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Schedule: -Full Time Shift: -Monday - Friday Location: 582 Monroe Rd Suite 1412 Sanford, FL 32771 The role you'll contribute: The Pharmacy Purchasing Technician performs a wide range of supportive duties to assist the Pharmacist in preparing and dispensing medication so that patients receive consistent care. Duties include transmitting multiple drug orders, reconciling invoices, and receiving. In addition, this position is responsible for maintaining inventory system accuracy, data integrity, local level audit controls and inventory levels to prevent product and/or supply out-of-stocks. Coordinates pharmaceutical product recalls, all reverse logistics activities and annual inventory processes. - Participates in pharmaceutical sales representative activities within the facility and prepares periodic purchasing reports as directed by department management. Works only under the supervision of a registered Pharmacist and does not perform duties that can only be legally performed by a registered Pharmacist. The value you'll bring to the team:
  • Supports departmental and organizational Mission through appropriate use of resources, providing assistance to team members, accepting work or scheduled assignments and participating in process and performance improvement.
  • Performs departmental projects as assigned, accurately and completely with quality and patient safety in mind at all times.
  • Prepares and transmits all medication and pharmaceutical supply purchase orders, analyzes price quotes when appropriate and expedites deliveries as necessary.
  • Assists in development and oversight of inventory and quality control procedures; resolves problems and answers questions in a timely manner to ensure accurate counts, high quality inventory and correct pricing in system for perpetual and virtual inventories.
  • Analyzes the automation inventory system, ensuring proper nomenclature is loaded, appropriate shelving location is assigned, and proper shipping requirements are loaded as necessary; communicates impacting change to team in a timely manner.
  • Works with automation technicians and pharmacists on any changes in manufacturer according to standard processes to minimize extra inventory left in stock, accessing Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) database to enter prior authorizations as necessary.
  • Maintains files and records of current and potential suppliers, materials, prices, delivery dates and inventory as assigned.
  • Communicates with manager and staff when shortages might impact procurement of certain medications and potentially impact patient care. Communicates effectively with Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) when new products become available to fulfill procurement in a timely manner and communicates progress/status as necessary.
  • Helps coordinate pharmaceutical recall processes and communicates relevant information with appropriate manager(s).
  • Coordinates all reverse logistics activities. - Maintains accurate records of all returns as well as the credentials of vendors used for this process.
  • Adjudicates new and refill prescriptions and print processes as assigned to assist in completion of stated goals.
  • Perform scheduled audits using the pharmacy wholesaler purchase orders to ensure proper contracts are being utilized.
  • Supply wholesalers with the necessary usage to guarantee the pharmacy needs are met.
  • Schedule standing meetings with sales representatives to discuss recent activities and upcoming plans.
  • Document trends using computer software to identify issues with sales representatives, wholesalers, and distribution centers. QualificationsThe expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
    • High School diploma or equivalent.
    • 5 years of retail or mail-order pharmacy setting.
    • Buyer or purchasing experience in a pharmacy or medical related field.
    • A current Florida Board of Pharmacy Technician Registration, RPT; or to be obtained within first year of employment as a technician. Must complete state required continuing education requirement for registration
    • National Pharmacy Technician Certification, CPhT; complete national required continuing education requirement for registration, preferred This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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