A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.
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JOB SUMMARY
This position is co-responsible, with the buyer, for inventorying, ordering, receiving, verifying, reconciling, and pricing all pharmaceuticals and parenteral solutions used in the hospital. This position has the responsibility of maintaining adequate, yet not excessive, stock levels to satisfy patient needs, while assuring the hospital receives its fair return on its drug therapy investment. Responsibilities also include staffing as a pharmacy technician. Contract management and negotiation are utilized to meet these goals. This position will report to the Pharmacy Director or other pharmacy leadership. This position requires full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the Mission of Blessing Hospital. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values while supporting the strategic plan, goals and direction of the Performance Improvement / Patient Safety Plan at Blessing Hospital.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training/Experience:
REQUIRED
High School Diploma or equivalent. Computer skills are required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Education or Experience as a Buyer, Inventory control and contract management with a minimum of 3 years experience. Capacity to operate the pharmacy computer systems necessary.
PREFERRED
Completion of Pharmacy Technician Training Course preferred. Prior training and experience in pharmacy, particularly hospital pharmacy, is highly preferred. Excellent typing skills preferred.
License/Certifications/Special Requirements:
ILLINOIS REGISTRATION AS A PHARMACY TECHNICIAN. CERTIFICATION BY THE PHARMACY TECHNICIAN CERTIFICATION BOARD IS HIGHLY PREFERRED.
Pay Status:
NON-EXEMPT HOURLY EEO
Statement:
Blessing Health System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Blessing Health System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Blessing Health System expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Blessing Health System's employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
