PHARMACY TECH BUYER

Description

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

This job description is a record of the essential functions of the listed job. The job description provides the employee, Administration, Human Resources, applicants, and other agencies with a clear understanding of the job, where it fits into the organization, and the skill and work requirements in relation to other jobs. Jobs are always changing to some degree and the existence of the approved job description is not intended to limit normal change and growth. The facility will make reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified individuals who are capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

POPULATION SERVED

The position involves direct patient care for a population of patients between the ages of 18 and older. Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise is required to serve this population.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Technician Buyer completes a variety of Pharmacy tasks and services and is responsible for the daily operations of the pharmacy within established policies and guidelines of the Pharmacy Department. This position does not provide direct care to patients.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent and a current California Pharmacy Technician license. Must work efficiently under broad guidelines established by the State Board of Pharmacy for supportive personnel and must frequently exercise judgment in decision making. Must understand the limitations of his/her drug knowledge, and must be able to communicate effectively both personally and professionally. Must possess the ability to handle information in a confidential manner and maintain a high degree of accuracy. Ability to maintain assigned work hours: Requires endurance to perform tasks over long periods of work hours. A hospital Pharmacy Technician Buyer is in charge of purchasing and maintaining inventory within the pharmacies and drug repositories of the hospital. 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

· Managing pharmacy inventory and independently approving purchasing orders based on pharmacy budget

· Answering phone calls from pharmacy staff in regards to pharmacy inventory and/or questions on pharmacy budgeting.

· Following current inventory management and ordering procedures as well as innovating such procedures

· Monitor, communicate and manage medication shortages

· Maintain in implement new cost saving efforts

· Review missed opportunities weekly

· Complete returns to vendors and other facilities

· Assist in inventory preparation

· Filling and labeling a prescription bottle

· Compounding specialty medications

· Perform pharmacy calculations, and maintain efficiency and accuracy 

· Answering phone calls from customers or physicians, as well as vendors.

· Facilitate ordering through multiple vendors 

· Provide good customer service through compassion and efficiency

Requirements

DEMANDS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK, EQUIPMENT USAGE, AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

PERCENTAGE OF WORK TIME

1-33%

34-66%

67-100%

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

Twisting

X

Lifting/Carrying

X

Pushing/Pulling

X

Climbing   (Ascending/descending)

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Using   arm muscles frequently or for extended periods

X

Using   leg muscles frequently or for extended periods

X

Using   back muscles frequently or for extended periods

X

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS – Individuals in   patient care positions are required to lift a patient with or without   assistance.

2-10   Pounds

X

11-20   Pounds

X

21-30   Pounds

X

31-40   Pounds

X

41-50   Pounds

X

51   Pounds or More

X

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Working   in hot, cold, wet surroundings

X

Working   outdoors

X

Working   with or near chemicals

X

Working   near radiation sources

X

Potential   exposure to communicable diseases

X

Working   with hazardous waste materials

X

Utilizing   essential upgraded or adaptive equipment as industry standards require

X

Using   hand tools

X

Operating   vehicle

X

Potential   for cuts and bruises

X

EXCHANGE OF   IDEAS

Ability to express or exchange   ideas

X

Ability to understand   communication of others with or without adaptive devices

X

Ability to perform advanced level   mathematics

X

Ability to read at a secondary   level

X

WORKPLACE BEHAVIORS

I. RESULTS ORIENTATION – Meets current objectives and positions the organization for future growth. Completes daily tasks and assignments and processes large volumes of work associated with the operation of the department.

II. SOCIAL SENSITIVITY - Builds positive relationships based on respect for others. Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude. Maintains effective communication with peers, medical staff, patients, visitors, and families.

III. QUALITY OUTCOMES – Meets and exceeds expectations of internal and external customers. All organizational and departmental standards regarding quality of performance are met. Demonstrates a strong commitment to confidentiality. Participates in quality improvement programs as directed.

IV. SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT – Demonstrates an awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the facility with an emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working in the facility.

A. Accident/Injury Reporting – Reports any accidents, injuries, and unsafe equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift and reports any pre-existing conditions as identified by the ADA.

B. Unsafe Conditions – Immediately reports and corrects, if possible, unsafe conditions or equipment.

C. Workplace Standards – Compiles with relevant regulations, standards and policies governing safe workplace environment (OSHA, Accreditation, etc.)

D. Safety Techniques – Maintains current knowledge of all aspects of the facility’s safety program by attending safety-related training as mandated upon hire and thereafter as required by facility.

E. Modified Work – Accepts modified work assignments after receiving the physician’s release to return to work following an accident/ injury. 

F. Follows Prescribed/Recommended Treatment – Follows the prescribed/recommended treatment given by treating physician(s) after an accident/injury.

V. EDUCATION – Participates in required in-services and educational programs on an ongoing basis.

VI. ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY – Follows all facility guidelines outlining standards of attendance and punctuality. Responsible for reporting to and completing work at assigned times.