Pharmacy Buyer Supervisor

Chippenham Hospital; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA seeks a Lead Purchasing Technician to manage drug and supply inventory, place orders, and ensure correct invoicing. You will work under Pharmacy leadership to support patient care and cost-effective stocking.

The role requires strong pharmacy purchasing experience, 4 years as a Pharmacy Technician, and relevant education. Benefits and a supportive team environment are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Required: 4 years Pharmacy technician experience.
• Preferred: 4 years Pharmacy technician plus 2 years purchasing.
• Bachelor's or Associate degree required or preferred as stated.
• Certified Pharmacy Technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain inventory of drugs and supplies per purchasing program.
• Prepare and place orders with manufacturers and wholesalers.
• Verify items against invoices and price stickers at receipt.
• Oversee receipt, unpacking, storage, and stock location accuracy.
• Process purchase orders and invoices for payment.
• Assist in reports and data analysis for CQI initiatives.

Skills

Pharmacy technician

Purchasing

Inventory management

Data entry / reporting

Education

Bachelor of Science or Associate degree

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $22.61 - $31.65 / hour

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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Pharmacy Buyer Supervisor today with Chippenham Hospital.

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Purchasing Technician is the individual who, under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Pharmacy, or Director of Pharmacy maintains an inventory of drugs and supplies in accordance with the current purchasing group programs. Prepares and places drug and supply orders with manufacturers and wholesalers. Receives the drug and supply order and assures the items and counts are correct as stated on the invoice then sticker prices each item and distributes each in the proper location and under the proper storage conditions. Prepares necessary documentation to initiate processing of the invoices. Assists technicians in the filling of specialty care area stock orders and billing process for non-formulary or special medications not in charge system. The Lead Purchasing Technician must function in strict accordance with standard, written procedures and guidelines with deviation approved by the supervising pharmacist. Organizational relationships include being directly responsible to the Assistant Director of Pharmacy or the Director of Pharmacy.

SPECIFIC ELEMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS*

• 1. Performs specialized secretarial functions such as filing invoice, monthly reports, DEA log, and controlled substance records.


• 2. Operates and uses all equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, Fax machines and software safely and in an appropriate manner.


• 3. Assists management in the timely preparation of all necessary reports (financial, usage, etc.)


• 4. Assists management in the retrieval of accurate, concise, applicable and meaningful data or statistics


• 5. Collects patient-specific data as necessary to assist management in designing, implementing, monitoring, evaluating, and modifying policies or procedures to ensure effective, safe and economical patient care.


• 6. Reviews inventory levels against established par levels.


• 7. Processes all purchase orders and invoices for medication or equipment. Assuring the item(s) ordered were received at the correct price and as ordered.


• 8. Places orders for drugs, fluids, and supplies with manufacturers and /or wholesalers.


• 9. Oversee receipt, unpacking, checking quantities against invoice, price stickers and stores drugs, fluids and supplies under proper conditions.


• 10. Checks invoice prices against contract prices to assure accuracy of invoices and correct cost of inventory.


• 11. Initiates the documentation that is necessary to process invoices for payment.


• 12. Separates for return to manufacturer and/or wholesalers outdated and/or damaged goods. Package authorized returns for sending to the proper location.


• 13. Manages own conduct, performance and attitude including time, space and paper; ethics; attendance and punctuality; and customer focus.


• 14. Reviews and adjusts PAR levels with the Assistant Director or Director of Pharmacy or designee.


• 15. Participates in relevant Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives.


• 16. Assists in the process of filling requisitions and floor stock orders.


• 17. Performs housekeeping duties necessary to keep the storeroom and Pharmacy Department stock areas clean and orderly.


• 18. Operates and uses appropriate techniques within systems for storage of medicinal agents and follows the health system's policies regarding cart fill, unit dose distribution, labeling and controlled substances reconciliation, and purchasing of pharmaceuticals and supplies.


• 18. Maintains an efficient filing system


• 19. Effectively supports management.


• 20. Completes work activities through effective management of time, tasks and available resources.


• 21. Manages own conduct, performance and attitude including time, space and paper; ethics; attendance and punctuality; and customer focus.


• 24. Performs other duties as assigned or scheduled.

What qualifications you will need:

EXPERIENCE

Required - 4 years Pharmacy technician

Preferred - 4 years Pharmacy technician + 2 pharmaceutical purchasing and a general knowledge of inventory control

EDUCATION

Required - Bachelor of Science degree or Associate degree

Preferred - Bachelor of Science degree

CERTIFICATION

Required- Certified Pharmacy technician program certification required

Preferred- CPhT National certification

Benefits

• 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.

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient’s access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

\"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual.\"- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.