What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Pharmacy Technician Buyer, Full-time, Day Shift position at Adventist Health?
Adventist Health Sonora has been one of the area's leading healthcare providers since 1900. We are comprised of a 72-bed hospital, 30 medical offices, comprehensive cancer care and a vast scope of award-winning services located throughout Tuolumne and Calaveras counties and the surrounding areas. Sonora is known for its friendly hometown charm, vast outdoor experiences and lively downtown. The allure of Sonora's close-knit community is complimented by its proximity to Yosemite National Park, as well as just a quick drive to Lake Tahoe.
Job Summary:
Assists the department by leading the work of lower level technicians and/or coordinating department operations (e.g., scheduling, workflow coordination etc.). Coordinates the procurement, storage, security, and distribution of pharmaceuticals and related supplies.
Job Requirements:
Education and Work Experience:
- High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
- Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
- Three years' technical experience: Preferred
- Two years' hospital pharmacy purchasing and inventory management experience: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- State Pharmacy Techncian license: Required in state of practice (CA or OR)
- Pharmaceutical Technician Board certification: Preferred
Facility Specific License/Certifications:
- State Pharmacy Technician license: Required
Essential Functions:
- Locates, evaluates and selects cost-effective supply sources. Considers contractual obligations and product availability. Updates and maintains ordering and inventory control system, including purchasing and inventory records. Sets reorder points to maximize inventory turns while maintaining adequate supply level.
- Updates and maintains ordering and inventory control system, including purchasing and inventory records. Sets reorder points to maximize inventory turns while maintaining adequate stock levels.
- Processes invoices for payment in a timely manner including approval, reconciling product received against items billed, and matching packing slips to invoices. Processes disposal and/or disposition of outdated, overstocked, or damaged merchandise; obtains proper credits or exchanges.
- Monitors integrity of the supply chain. Manages receiving and storage of ordered products. Prepares usage reports to monitor purchasing patterns and trends. Assists director, clinical specialist, and others in analysis of drug purchases. Monitors formulary compliance.
- Completes, compiles and maintains controlled substance records, including (but not limited to) invoices and DEA222 forms (manual and electronic). Oversees annual pharmacy drug inventories, including fiscal and controlled substance inventories.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:
Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.
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