Assistant Pharmacy Purchaser Certified Tech - Pharmacy - PT .5

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: purchasing, inventory, distribution and record keeping for medications for the Pharmacy Department, initiating purchase orders for drugs and supplies, receiving and distribution of drugs and supplies, processing purchase orders, authorizing payment for wholesaler invoices, maintaining adequate inventory levels, providing inventory action and communication related to shortages, recalls, alternative product source and selection. Collaborates with hospital departments as necessary for drug ordering, inventory, distribution, and record keeping. This position reports to the Technician Supervisor and Director of Pharmacy Services.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: bility to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods; Ability to work cooperatively with health-system and pharmacy staff; Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule; Ability to set priorities and solve problems; Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing. High School Graduate or equivalence degree.

Preferred: Previous Purchasing experience in healthcare and/or with a healthcare provider or health care experience especially in a pharmacy. Possesses knowledge of pharmacy buying and inventory management.

Lic/Reg/Cert: Must be registered, or have the ability to be registered as a Certified Pharmacy Technician with the Oregon Board of Pharmacy. 

TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

Medium physical demand level capabilities required. Must be able to work independently. Must be able to lift 30 lbs. Push stock cart to restock shelves. Must be able to read, evaluate and interpret pricing contracts; utilize computer wholesaler order entry system. Ability to count, add, subtract, multiply and calculate ratios and percentages involved in the management of inventory. Ability to prioritize workload and effectively handle stressful situations.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assists with drug and supply purchasing processes including procurement of drugs and other pharmaceutical supplies, working with hospital wholesaler, vendors, and freight companies, managing medication recalls, expired medication(s) and conducting annual medication inventory.
• Assist with drug procurement operations and inventory management to ensure critical drug availability, compliance with 340B, monitor drug expirations and assist with accurate inventory value assessment. Monitor drug and supply inventory on an ongoing basis for opportunities for enhanced inventory and decreased expired drugs.
• Identifies and evaluates available and new technologies to assist in inventory management.
• Generates purchasing and inventory reports as requested by departmental leadership.
• Maintains oversight for purchasing and/or borrow/loan from other hospitals.
• Assist with maintaining the timely flow of purchasing and receipts with Accounts Payable.
• Assist with inventory to resolve/manage backorders, shortages or recalls and secures acceptable product alternatives when necessary. Evaluates and recommends par levels in response to ongoing utilization, shortages, waste and critical needs.
• Continually reviews inventory recommending changes (new technologies, etc.) that will increase the efficiency and level of service of the pharmacy in collaboration with Pharmacy Buyer/Supervisor/Director.
• Participates in continuous quality assessment and improvement activities and medication safety initiatives.
• Assist with maintaining the pharmacy electronic drug dispensing system technology and other computerized or automated software used in the procurement, preparation or distribution of drugs and related supplies.
• Maintains all purchase records, invoices, receipts and inventory control records. Performs all similar and related duties assigned including Pharmacy Purchasing Office coverage.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs other duties as assigned.