Pharmacy Purchaser

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

POSITION SUMMARY:
Under general direction of the purchasing supervisor, takes responsibility for supporting the pharmacy in its goal of maintaining satisfactory inventory levels.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Monitor and maintain appropriate inventory level based on utilization report and purchase history.
• Minimize Fill on Arrivals (FOA) orders
• Restocking inventory
• Follow predetermined company policies and procedures regarding controlled substances; ensures compliance with state federal and other regulatory agencies' requirements and laws.
• Supports compliance with all appropriate policies procedures safety rules and DEA regulations.
• Follow Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) requirements
• Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA.
• Manage expired, recalled and returned medications
• Monitor and maintain drug files in computer system
• Responsible for communicating any changes and all issues to department supervisor.
• Support and work closely with the department supervisor
• Other duties as assigned; job duties may vary by location

OTHER DUTIES:

• Participate with corporate scheduled physical inventories
• Abide by the company Drug Free Workplace policy. Drug screening is conducted at hire, or may be conducted company-wide, or on request upon reasonable suspicion.
  
  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Licensed Pharmacy Technician or Pharmacist. 1+year of experience in a LTC Pharmacy setting and high volume pharmacy is preferred.

HOURS: Variable, flexible according to the need of the operation. We are a 24 hour operation.