Pharmacy Buyer

Ivinson Memorial Hospital

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Laramie, Wyoming

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Pharmacy Buyer manages daily pharmacy ordering, inventory levels, and drug shortages while collaborating with the Pharmacy Director. Additionally, the role involves collecting and reviewing patient medication histories and working as a Pharmacy Technician as needed.

Qualifications

Ivinson Memorial Hospital is seeking a Pharmacy Buyer to complete daily ordering, manage drug shortages, and work with pharmacy staff. Key requirements include strong mathematical skills, excellent customer service, and the ability to communicate effectively. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with one year of experience in a hospital pharmacy setting.

Job Description

At Ivinson Memorial Hospital we are committed to excellence, trust, healing, and integrity.  We pride ourselves in providing compassionate, world-class care to our community. At Ivinson we offer a competitive total rewards package including; full medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, paid time off and tuition reimbursement opportunities. Ivinson aims to improve the care provided for our patients and create a work-life balance for our employees by creating a culture of transparency, teamwork, accountability, and trust.

Base salary starts at $25.33/hr.

E S S E N T I A L  F U N C T I O N S

  • Completes daily ordering on Mondays through Fridays.
  • Works with Pharmacy Director and staff to manage drug shortage and outage situations; communicates to other departments as necessary.
  • Establishes minimums and maximums and ordering processes for the department.
  • Attends quarterly business reviews with Cardinal to assess contract compliance, drug spend trends and inventory turns.
  • Addresses or explains budget variances and attends meetings with executive team as necessary.
  • Works as Pharmacy Tech staff as required.
  • Determines most appropriate source(s) of information for medication histories and utilizes them to create Best Possible Medication Histories (BPMH).
  • Creates Standard Work processes for collecting Medication Histories and revises continually.
  • Acts as primary person responsible for collecting Medication Histories for patients being admitted to inpatient units during working business hours.
  • Reviews Medication Histories collected by others (Pharmacy Techs, Nurses) outside of working business hours.
  • Identifies improvement opportunities as they relate to particular individuals or shifts and works with the appropriate managers/supervisors to create plans for improving identified challenges.
  • Other duties as assigned.

E D U C A T I O N

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

E X P E R I E N C E

  • One (1) year experience in a hospital pharmacy setting preferred.
  • Experience in inventory manager preferred.

C R E D E N T I A L S

  • Must be a certified Pharmacy Technician or a certified Pharmacy Technician in Training by the Wyoming State Board of Pharmacy.

K N O W L E D G E , S K I L L S  A N D  A B I L I T I E S

  • Strong mathematical skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills, including but not limited to: a friendly personality, tact, patience, empathy and a helpful, professional attitude both in person and on the telephone.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with staff, managers and the general public verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrate effective listening skills.
  • Excellent organization and time management skills and ability to establish priorities effectively.
  • Possess exceptional problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work effectively without immediate supervision.
  • Ability to learn new computer software programs.
  • Ability to recognize and protect confidential information.
  • Demonstrate ethical and legal accountability for the position.

At Ivinson Memorial Hospital, we believe that our employees are our greatest investment. That’s why we are committed to fostering a supportive, empowering environment where every team member has the resources and opportunities to thrive. We know that providing world-class healthcare starts with investing in our employees, ensuring they have the tools to grow, excel, and provide exceptional care.   

Our competitive and comprehensive total rewards package includes:   

For benefits eligible employees:   

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off: take the time you need to recharge
  • Retirement plans, including 403(b) matching
  • Employer-paid life and long-term disability insurance: Peace of mind for you and your family

For all employees:   

  • Yearly work anniversary pay increases
  • Education Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
  • Retirement plan participation
  • Free certification classes: enhance your skills at no cost to you
  • Health and Wellness discounts at local gyms
  • Discounts at select mobile networks, local vendors, and Elitch Gardens
  • Mental Health: 6 free confidential, in-person counseling sessions offered by Pathways annually
  • Financial Counseling: free services through WellCents to help you take control of your financial journey
  • Legal assistance and will preparation services
  • Student Loan Forgiveness: Ivinson Memorial Hospital is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program

Please use this link for more information regarding our rewards package and benefits: Benefits Guide

At Ivinson Memorial Hospital, we are more than just a workplace – we are a community where your growth and well-being matter. Join us in making a difference in the lives of the Laramie community and help us provide world-class care.

Ivinson Memorial Hospital

Ivinson Memorial Hospital has been providing world-class care to Wyoming since 1917. We are committed to providing the highest level of healthcare by promoting wellness and healing within our community. At Ivinson, we promise to be trusted partners in world-class healthcare. This means we partner with you in your healthcare decisions and experience. We hold ourselves to a higher standard, providing world-class safety and care. Our dedicated team of providers, nurses and staff build trust through clear communication, respect and compassion. We work daily to improve ourselves and the care we provide patients and guests. If you have suggestions or concerns, please feel free to share your feedback with us.
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