Pharmacy Distribution Center Buyer

Job DescriptionJob Description: Is responsible for the accurate preparation of non-sterile extemporaneous products, unit-dose preparations; inventory control; medication delivery, distribution, and storage; care of supplies and equipment; and management of automated medication dispensing systems. Assists the pharmacist and pharmacy leadership in all aspects of the daily departmental activities, including training of new staff and pharmacy students, billing, record keeping and other clerical functions, monthly audits, and other duties as assigned by the pharmacist or pharmacy leader.Education Qualifications: If working in a MN location, must meet one of these three education/experience categories as defined by the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy:Previous experience as a pharmacy technician with maintenance of continuous registration as a pharmacy technician with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy dating back prior to January 1st, 2013ORCompletion of a board-approved technician training programORCompletion of the Essentia Health employer-based technician training program within first 90 days of employment.ORContinuous registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist InternIf working in a ND location, must meet one of these two education requirements, as defined by the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy: Successful completion of an American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists accredited academic program.ORCompletion of, or be enrolled in, an American Society of Health Systems Pharmacists accredited on-the-job training program. Program must be completed and must have obtained certification by a national certification body approved by the Board of Pharmacy within 24 months of hire. The Pharmacy Technician Certification Board is an approved certification body.Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:Registered as a pharmacy technician in the state in which they will be working, physically practicing in or the state that they will be providing pharmacy services to, on or before their first dayPossess current Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) from Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB)

Note: Not all in the profile may operate owned vehiclesMust meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health's insurerMust maintain registration(s) and certification(s) for the duration of employment.Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy

Job Location:

Essentia Health Superior Belknap Pharmacy

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End:

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Hours Per Pay Period:Compensation Range:

$23.66 - $35.16 / hour

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

FTE:

1

Weekends:Call Obligations:Sign On Bonus:

Pharmacy Distribution Center Buyer at Essentia Health summary:As a Pharmacy Distribution Center Buyer, I am responsible for the preparation and management of medication products, overseeing inventory control, and ensuring proper medication delivery and storage. I assist pharmacy leadership with various tasks including training new staff, billing, record-keeping, and conducting audits while ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations. My role requires maintaining certifications and licenses, contributing to safe and efficient pharmacy operations.

Keywords:pharmacy technician, medication management, inventory control, pharmacy operations, medication delivery, certified pharmacy technician, drug distribution, pharmacy leadership, non-sterile preparations