Purchasing Agent

Job Summary: 

Supports delivery of patient care by purchasing and maintaining an optimum inventory level of supplies. 

Education Degree/Diploma: 

High School Diploma or GED General Studies Required Certifications

Experience Required/Preferred:

 2 Purchasing of pharmaceuticals and supplies 

Required Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

- Knowledge of computer systems required. 

Job Specific Duties:

-Order Supply Tasks Manages the purchasing/receiving of drug/supply orders from the wholesaler/suppliers; 

-Manages the computer system set up with the wholesaler Discrepancy Control Resolves purchase orders problems and billing errors when they occur Billing Responsibilities Manages the transfer expenses/billing. 

Price Accuracy-Maintains accurate prices in applicable computer system 

-Invoice Tasks Accurately posts invoices within 5 days of receipt Professionalism Upholds a professional working relationship at all times and adheres to department rules. 

-Practices teamwork and adheres to Standards of Behavior. 

Employee Standards Communication: 

Uses appropriate methods to clearly convey information to others in an engaging way, which helps others understand and retain the message. 

Collaboration: 

Works with others respectfully and openly; provides help to achieve shared goals. 

Service: 

Uses appropriate methods to clearly convey information to others in an engaging way, which helps others understand and retain the message. Safety: Meets or exceeds patient and employee safety requirements while promoting and achieving quality outcomes. 

Accountability: 

Takes ownership for goals and outcomes; effectively and efficiently uses available resources to successfully complete tasks. 

Improvement: 

Identifies opportunities and takes action to continuously improve processes. Maintains effectiveness and flexibility during change. 

Workplace Requirements Employee Health: 

Complies with all required employee health programs including annual tuberculin testing and other applicable screening, testing and vaccinations. 

Credentials: 

Maintains current licensures, certifications and/or registrations (if applicable for the position). 

Job Competency: 

Complies with requirements for job specific competency testing and demonstrates and communicates proficiency in skills required (if applicable to position). 

Corporate Compliance: 

Adheres to and understands the Health System's Corporate Compliance Plan as evidenced by timely participation in required training (including annual testing) and 100% compliance with the Corporate Compliance Code of Conduct. 

Safety: 

Adheres to and understands the Health System's Environment of Care Plan as evidenced by timely participation in required training (including annual safety testing). 

HIPAA: 

Adheres to and understands the Health System's HIPAA Compliance Plan as evidenced by timely participation in required training (including annual HIPAA testing). 

Education: 

Attends all required educational programs (including General Orientation, and departmental or job specific required programs). 

Physical and Behavioral Requirements 

-Physical requirements include occasional reaching 

- Frequent sitting, standing, and walking 

- Medium physical force is required (exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects) 

- Visual acuity to accurately interpret prescription orders and other written documents 

- Ability to speak and hear is required to communicate with staff 

- Sense of touch to operate computer and telephone 

- Ability to effectively manage stress resulting in a pharmacy setting or environment Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Yes or No: No National Patient Safety Goals Improve the accuracy of patient identification Improve the effectiveness of communication among caregivers Reduce the risk of health care-associated infections Consistently demonstrate appropriate hand hygiene techniques 

Core Values Teamwork:

- Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to fulfill any commitments made to others on the team. 

Compassion- Is sensitive to the feelings of others and is consistently kind and considerate. Genuinely cares about people and is available and ready to help. Shows sincere concern, empathy, sees the best in people, accepts differences and appreciates virtues. 

Integrity - Views himself or herself as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments and accepting ownership of any mistakes he or she might make. Acts in ways that demonstrate personal honesty and serves as a positive example of why others should trust the motives of the organization. 

Standards of Behavior Respect: Maintain Patients' Privacy Professionalism: Take Ownership Safe and Healing Environment: Keep Noise Levels Down Customer Focus: Use the 10/5 Rule; Escort to Destination; Use Elevator Etiquette Communication: Use AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explain, Thank) Employee Statement of Understanding I have read and understand the job description for my position. I also understand that I am responsible for meeting the standards of performance outlined in this job description as well as conducting myself in a manner supportive of the mission, vision, core values and Standards of Behavior. I certify that I possess the physical and mental abilities to regularly attend work and fulfill the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. If I require accommodation in order to fulfill any or all of these essential functions, I will notify my manager immediately (or in the case of new employees, prior to employment). I understand that receipt of this job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor does it create an employment contract of any kind. I furthermore understand that if hired, my employment relationship with Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Surgery Center Clemmons is at will and may be terminated by myself or employer at any time with or without cause. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, certifications, licensure, experience, and/or ability required to perform the job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job, work schedule, and/or require that different tasks be performed when circumstances change in order to best suit the needs of the department and/or organization.