Description
Introduction
Do you have the career opportunities as a Coordinator Pharmacy Buyer you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Medical City Dallas which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.
Benefits
Medical City Dallas, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Coordinator Pharmacy Buyer where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!
Job Summary and Qualifications
This is a Full Time Day shift position, Monday - Friday 6:00am - 3:00pm with occasional weekend purchasing as needed *
The Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for managing the pharmaceutical inventory in the assigned hospital including purchasing of pharmaceuticals and related products, oversight of receipt and placing these items in stock, optimization of pharmacy inventory both in the facility pharmacy and automated cabinets. This position ensures that all pharmaceutical products are appropriately labeled with barcodes including repackaging of products for patient administration. This position assumes primary responsibility for the organization and cleanliness of drug storage areas. The Buyer will assist the automation coordinator or individual in similar role with respect to Automated Dispensing Cabinet (ADU) inventory management including the maintenance of controlled substance inventory and handling the request for an addition of new items to the pharmacy inventory. The Pharmacy Buyer shall also assist in training personnel on inventory handling and overseeing workflow in the pharmacy when the tech supervisor or pharmacy manager is unavailable.
What You Will Do In This Role:
Under the supervision of Director of Pharmacy, will participate in all activities of the pharmacy department that involve the inventory management of drugs, medication storage areas and department related supplies. The position functions in accordance with standard written policy & procedures, guidelines, and state and federal regulation
Establishes AND maintains appropriate inventory levels of drugs/supplies. Makes decisions in purchasing while complying with budget limitations, and achieving a maximum inventory turnover rate
Communicates in real time shortages of medications or changes in medication stock availability
Oversees receiving, storage, and return of medications to the Pharmacy wholesaler
Maintains invoicing for all drug and supply accounts
Process wholesaler invoices for payment by accounts payable according to Policy and Procedures
Provide training, technical support and/or in-service education to pharmacy staff regarding pharmacy inventory management products/systems
Coordinates and documents disposal of all expired medications
Assists with maintenance of database and/or paperwork on medication recalls
Prepares Pharmacy Department for annual inventory updating shelf labels, inventory supply forms, and databases as needed
Cross trained to perform Lead Technician responsibilities based on the discretion of the Director of Pharmacy
Complies with facility policy and procedures and regulatory requirements
Perform other duties as assigned
Practice and adhere to the "Code of Conduct" philosophy and "Mission and Value Statement"
What qualifications you will need:
Associates or Bachelors Degree in Business, Accounting, or Supply Chain Logistics preferred
National Pharmacy Tech Certification (CPhT) required
State Registration Pharmacy Technician in TX
Minimum of at least 2 years hospital pharmacy buyer experience within the last 3 years of experience as pharmacy technician or pharmacy buyer
Medical City Dallas is recognized for its advanced medical facilities and commitment to excellence in patient care. We are an 895+ bed tertiary care center. Our medical team consists of more than 1,500 physicians, many are recognized as the world's best in their specialties. Patients travel to Medical City Dallas from all over the United States and from other countries. We offer sophisticated treatment by our 400+ in-house physician specialists. Medical City Dallas has a full-service adult hospital and pediatric hospital. We have separate adult and pediatric emergency rooms, outpatient clinics and diagnostic centers. Our providers have access to state-of-the-art technology and are pioneering new medical procedures to accommodate patient needs. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations across the network.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Coordinator Pharmacy Buyer opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
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.
