Pharmacy Inpatient Buyer

Pharmacy Inpatient Buyer

Location: Medical Center-Prosper

Department: Pharmacy

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Standard Weekly Hours: 20

Summary: Schedule: Monday-Friday; no nights, weekends or holidays.

The Pharmacy Inpatient Buyer assists the Pharmacist in providing professional pharmacy services to the patients and staff of Cook Children's Medical Center and the community we serve. Operation and maintenance of the central pharmacy purchasing function and inventory control to meet customer needs and assure high quality services and products in the most cost-effective manner.

• Must have current knowledge of safety regulations in the department and in the implementation of new policies and procedures.

• Proficient knowledge of operating system software, desktop applications such as excel, power point, etc., and pharmacy information system applications as they relate to pharmacy process workflow.

• Good telephone skills and good oral communication skills are essential.

• Must be able to communicate effectively, both oral and written.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and problem solve.

• A general knowledge of office procedures such as filing and record keeping is essential.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Associate's degree preferred.

• 5+ years' experience as a pharmacy technician preferred.

• A basic knowledge of math, the metric system, chemistry, and medical terminology is essential.

• Operate and maintain annual competency in all four production areas, including PO, IV, Narcotics, and Satellites.

• Current PTCB Pharmacy Technician certification & current Texas State Board Registration.

About Us:

Cook Children's is an equal opportunity employer. As such, Cook Children's offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws. These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.