Pharmacy Purchasing Technician

Req ID: 93990

Department: Inpatient Pharmacy

Status: Full-Time (0.94 FTE)

Schedule: Variable Shifts, CWAT

Pay Range: $18 – $23.93 per hour

Union: CWA - 2005

Job Summary

Our pharmacy department is growing, and we are excited to offer a new opportunity for a Pharmacy Purchasing Technician to join our team. Under the direction of the Department Manager, the Pharmacy Purchasing Technician plays a key role in coordinating and maintaining the pharmacy's materials management program. This position supports the safe and cost-effective delivery of patient care by ensuring timely acquisition and inventory control of medications and supplies in compliance with regulatory requirements, including 340B program standards.

Core Responsibilities

    •    Create and manage cost-effective medication acquisition processes

    •    Ensure compliance with 340B purchasing and inventory programs

    •    Process invoices, assign coding, and compile monthly financial reports

    •    Select appropriate medications, place and track orders, manage price updates

    •    Determine and maintain inventory par levels

    •    Maintain inventory records and support annual physical inventory

    •    Process returns and secure credit for unused/expired merchandise

    •    Update inventory systems and maintain accurate computer records

    •    Perform duties at offsite locations as required

    •    Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

    •    High school diploma or equivalent, plus one year of post-secondary education

    •    1–3 years of experience in a hospital pharmacy, preferably in pharmaceutical purchasing

Preferred Qualifications

    •    Pharmacy or general purchasing experience

Licensure/Certification Requirements

    •    None specified

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Additional Information

Successful candidates may be required to undergo a background check conducted by an external vendor.