Work Schedule: 

100% FTE; Day Shift. Monday – Friday; Shifts vary 7:00AM – 5:00PM. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

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Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin!

We are seeking a Pharmacy Buyer to:

• Coordinate daily pharmaceutical purchasing needs for our retail, clinic, and hospital pharmacy locations. 
• Process purchase orders and provide assistance to internal and external pharmacy customers.
• Ensure medications are purchased at the best available prices, with consideration for 340B and GPO contracts.
• Work collaboratively to maintain adequate inventory of all products to meet the need of patients.
• Manage timely distribution of medications throughout our healthcare system.

At UW Health, you will have:

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education:

Minimum – High School Diploma

Preferred – Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Work Experience:

Minimum – Three (3) years of related experience within the area of purchasing, ordering of supplies or inventory control; or three (3) years of experience as pharmacy technician

Preferred – Two (2) years of experience in a pharmaceutical setting

Certifications:

Minimum – As defined by the enactment of 2021 WI Act 100, all candidates hired on or after March 1, 2023, must apply for registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the WI Dept of Safety and Professional Services (“DSPS”), and provide proof of application to their UW Health Recruiter prior to their start date. Failure to do so will result in delay of start date or withdrawal of offer. Current incumbents or those starting in an impacted role prior to March 1, 2023, are required to provide proof of application to their department designee no later than March 31, 2023

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health Pharmacy Services Building – a non-clinical location in Middleton that houses nearly 100 Pharmacy professionals. These employees perform various services and duties, including pharmacy administration, Pharmacy Technician Training Program, pharmacy primary care services, medication prior authorization, sterile and non-sterile compounding, specialty/mail service program and call center.

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