What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health
Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers.Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.

Job Summary
The Lead Pharmacy Technician Buyer works with the pharmacists in providing quality pharmaceutical care by maintaining an adequate drug supply to meet the needs of the Health System patients. Directs purchasing to assure bid compliance and to control costs.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all purchases of the pharmacy department.

• Processes invoices.

• Checks invoices for any errors.

• Applies extensive knowledge and company policies to complete a wide range of assignments.

• May provide technical guidance and training to others.

• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.

• Makes recommendation for new or revised processes and has a role on the implementation.

• Adheres to all quality guidelines.

• Works with minimal degree of supervision. Has latitude to make decisions in exceptional circumstances within established guidelines.

• Perform duties of pharmacy technician as necessary.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.

• Tennessee pharmacy technician license OR ability to obtain licensure.

• Pharmacy purchasing/buying experience highly preferred.

• Certified Pharmacy Technician (PTCB) preferred.

• Previous hospital/inpatient experience preferred.

• Ability to work well in a team.

• Strong communication skills.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Ability to use technology such as computers, smart phones and tablets.

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies extensive knowledge and company policies to complete a wide range of assignments.

• Demonstrates expert understanding of all levels of the job family and has thorough knowledge of jobs outside area of responsibility.

• Takes the lead in effectively applying new processes and skills in accomplishing assignments.

• May provide technical guidance and training to others.

• Maintains appropriate licenses, training and certifications.

• Works on complex problems that require independent action and a high degree of initiative to resolve issue.

• Makes recommendation for new or revised processes and has a role on the implementation.

• Adheres to all quality guidelines.

• Works with minimal degree of supervision.

• Has latitude to make decisions in exceptional circumstances within established guidelines.

• Provides guidance to less experienced team members.

• May have team leader responsibilities but does not formally supervise.

Anticipated hourly range:$22.40 per hour - $28.80 per hour.

Bonus eligible:No

Benefits:Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• Paid time off plan

• Health savings account (HSA)

• 401k savings plan

• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay

• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

• Short- and long-term disability coverage

• Work-Life resources

• Paid parental leave

• Healthy lifestyle programs

Application window anticipated to close: 06/04/2024 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Candidates who are back-to-work, people with disabilities, without a college degree, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.