Pharmacy Buyer II

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

3d

About The Position

OHSU is Oregon’s only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning, with schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry and public health – and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon. We are a national research hub, with thousands of scientists developing lifesaving therapies and deeper understanding. We are a statewide economic engine and Portland’s largest employer. And as a public organization, we provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians, and outreach to improve health in communities across the state. This position will help coordinate and operate the Pharmacy Services purchasing department including generating purchase orders, procurement of pharmaceuticals, pharmacy equipment and supplies; maintaining regulatory record keeping and program requirements: inventory management- including 340B requirements and other federal and state programs, proper storage, security and distribution of products. This class is distinguished from Pharmacy Department Purchasing Agent by the inclusion of purchasing and billing responsibilities for Outpatient Clinics, Inpatient Nursing Units, and other Pharmacy orgs. Function/Duties of Position Assist Pharmacy Department across multiple orgs with purchasing of pharmaceuticals, pharmacy supplies; generating purchase orders while following buying guidelines, contract requirements and policies and procedures. Purchasing, distribution, and invoicing of medications to OHSU non-Pharmacy sites (eg. Outpatient Clinics, Inpatient Nursing Units) Assist with other pharmacy processes including but not limited to product returns, billing discrepancies, timely invoice processing, direct purchasing records, phone inquiries, borrow/loan, CSOS record keeping requirements. Accommodate each pharmacy equipment needs by obtaining quotes, negotiating pricing, generating purchase orders, tracking and appropriate record keeping/Oracle processing. Process Internal Billing System (IBS) transactions as appropriate for OHSU customers (i.e. Outpatient Clinics, Inpatient Nursing Units, and other Pharmacy orgs) Support inventory management within inventory system while supporting optimization of purchasing practice, monitoring and managing inventory levels. Collaborate with pharmacy services department with equipment delivery, asset tag management, decommissioning equipment, equipment repair, storage and other similar tasks or projects. Collaborate with Pharmacy Services finance department with budgetary information; ensuring correct recording of purchasing and maintain open communication and reports that impact budget. Manage over 300 pharmaceutical Vendor accounts and develop associated POs for the purchase of medications and pharmaceutical supplies across OHSU Other Duties as Assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field AND One (1) year of relevant experience OR Equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Pharmacy Practice and USP 797 equipment needs

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pharmacy Technician

Responsibilities

• Assist Pharmacy Department across multiple orgs with purchasing of pharmaceuticals, pharmacy supplies; generating purchase orders while following buying guidelines, contract requirements and policies and procedures.
• Purchasing, distribution, and invoicing of medications to OHSU non-Pharmacy sites (eg. Outpatient Clinics, Inpatient Nursing Units)
• Assist with other pharmacy processes including but not limited to product returns, billing discrepancies, timely invoice processing, direct purchasing records, phone inquiries, borrow/loan, CSOS record keeping requirements.
• Accommodate each pharmacy equipment needs by obtaining quotes, negotiating pricing, generating purchase orders, tracking and appropriate record keeping/Oracle processing.
• Process Internal Billing System (IBS) transactions as appropriate for OHSU customers (i.e. Outpatient Clinics, Inpatient Nursing Units, and other Pharmacy orgs)
• Support inventory management within inventory system while supporting optimization of purchasing practice, monitoring and managing inventory levels.
• Collaborate with pharmacy services department with equipment delivery, asset tag management, decommissioning equipment, equipment repair, storage and other similar tasks or projects.
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Services finance department with budgetary information; ensuring correct recording of purchasing and maintain open communication and reports that impact budget.
• Manage over 300 pharmaceutical Vendor accounts and develop associated POs for the purchase of medications and pharmaceutical supplies across OHSU
• Other Duties as Assigned

Benefits

• Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
• Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees