What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacy Buyer position at UW Health?
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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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, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
- Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.
- Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
- Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma Required
- Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field. Preferred
Work Experience
- 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 Required
- 2 years of experience in a pharmaceutical setting Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
- Wisconsin Pharmacy Technician Registration Upon Hire Required
Our Commitment to Diversity 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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