Pharmacy Buyer

HCA Florida Capital Hospital; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HCA Florida Capital Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Buyer to manage purchasing, inventory control, and rebate programs while ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. The role supports pharmacy staff in rational drug distribution and participates in cost-control processes across departments.

The position emphasizes accurate clinical support, strict adherence to policies, and collaboration with Pharmacy Systems staff to optimize MedCarousel and FulFill-RX operations.

Qualifications

• High School/GED required for consideration.
• License as Pharmacy Technician or intern status for Pharmacist track.

Responsibilities

• Review medication orders for appropriate therapy and safety.
• Maintain compliance with state/federal laws and hospital policies.
• Balance general ledger and manage rebate/returned goods records.
• Oversee inventory, floor stock, and Accudose cabinet configurations.
• Prepare monthly financial and velocity reports and analyze trends.

Education

High School or GED

Pharmacy Technician License

Pharmacist-Intern

Job description

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) Pharmacy Buyer with HCA Florida Capital Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Pharmacy Purchasing Tech reports directly to the department Manager and is directly responsible for conformity to established contractual agreements and product rebate programs. This Purchasing Tech will be the chief administrator of the monthly financial transaction reports to include accruals, floor stock charges, outlying clinic charges, and workman compensation pharmacy claim processing. Monthly velocity reports, to include contrast media, thrombolytic, and top twenty medications will be prepared and analyzed for trends and concerns. Will work in concert with the Pharmacy Systems Supervisor to ensure appropriate operation of the MedCarousel and FulFill-RX Programs. The Purchasing Tech will also supervise the anesthesia medication tray replenishment program to include responsibility for expiration date monitoring and stock integrity. Additionally, the Purchasing Tech will have direct responsibility for purchase order control, annual inventory tabulation and documentation, and the pharmacy's return goods program. Will work with the Systems Supervisor to manage Accudose Cabinet inventory and cabinet configuration. Will be responsible for the authorized floor stock listings and coordination of reviews and updates. In conjunction with the manager, the Purchasing Tech will balance the general ledger, maintain rebate and returned good records. Will assist the general pharmacy staff in the preparation and rational distribution of pharmaceutical agents to patients of all ages, employees, and designated areas of the hospital. This shall be carried out in accordance with all state/federal laws, Joint Commission Standards, and hospital/departmental policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Reviews and interprets physician medication orders ensuring appropriate therapy.
2. Demonstrates a complete understanding of the policies and procedures of the department.
3. Adheres to and participates in the quality improvement program of the department.
4. Always adheres to the distribution policies of the department.
5. The outpatient policies and procedures of the department are carried out accurately and efficiently, providing professional outpatient pharmacy services.
6. Demonstrates a complete understanding of all policies and procedures concerning the responsibilities of a pharmacy technician.
7. Demonstrates a good judgment and decision making skills.
8. Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with others.
9. Demonstrates a complete understanding of the State and Federal laws governing the handling and dispensing of controlled substances. Adheres to the controlled substance distribution policies of the department.
10. Promotes positive Customer service with internal and external customers.

What qualifications you will need:

• High School Graduate / GED
• (PharmTech) Pharmacy Technician License, or (PHARM-Intern) Pharmacist - Intern

No Travel Required

No experience Required Years of Experience

Benefits

HCA Florida Capital Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Florida Capital Hospital is your one-stop solution for all your healthcare needs. We are an accredited healthcare facility with over 1,400 skilled employees and 500+ experienced providers. Our 288-bed, acute-care hospital provides 24/7 Emergency Services in Leon and Gadsden Counties. Our facilities include a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health Center, Cancer Center, Chest Pain Center w/PCI-Resuscitation, Family Center, Heart & Vascular Center, Imaging Services, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Orthopedic/Spine Center, Physical Therapy Services, Rehabilitation Center, Stroke Center, Surgical Services, Surgical Weight Loss Center, Network-of-Care Affiliated Physician Practices, and much more. Trust us to give you compassionate care and exceptional service.

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