Pharmacy Buyer

Job Description Up to $2,500 SOB for qualified candidates, paid over 24 months Job Shift Days Job Type Full Time The individual in this position acts under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist and provides assistance in dispensing functions, including purchasing, inventory control of all drug classes, sterile product preparation and associated equipment maintenance, and automated dispensing cabinet equipment and inventory maintenance. Also performs technical duties to maintain pharmaceutical dispensing functions for neonate, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including inpatients and outpatients. Responsibilities Accurately fill and label medication orders with correct strength, dosage form, and quantity in a timely manner. Accurately stock automated dispensing cabinets (ADCs) in a timely manner. Fill/refill emergency crash carts, boxes, and kits timely and accurately. Re-package and label oral medications/extemporaneous preparations and maintain appropriate records. Respond appropriately to requests for STAT orders, routine orders, department requests, and ADC stock out bulletins. Assure all medications are checked by a pharmacist prior to dispensing. Stock medications into pharmacy inventory, including sterile compounding areas. Maintain adequate medication stock levels and proper storage of medications. Deliver medications to patient care areas. Attend to medication requests and phone calls. Prepare simple IV admixtures (excluding chemotherapy, biotherapy) accurately, consistent with IV policies and procedures (USP and USP ). Comply with state and federal regulatory requirements, Joint Commission standards and Tenet and hospital policies and procedures. Assist in performing various duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Minimum: High school graduate or equivalent Experience / Other Qualifications: Must be 18 years; Experience as a hospital pharmacy technician (preferred) Certification / Licensure / Registration: Registered with the Board of Pharmacy as Pharmacy Technician (required); PTCB Certification (preferred); Accredited training in sterile products preparation and IV Admixture Certification (preferred) Benefits Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status. #J-18808-Ljbffr