Pharmacy Buyer - Orlando Health Cancer Institute - Lake Mary

Orlando Health • Lake Mary, FL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a top cancer care provider in Florida, Orlando Health Cancer Institute is a comprehensive, multidisciplinary
cancer program consisting of six treatment sites and more than 10 practice locations that serve the region’s adult oncology needs. Specializing in more than 200 types of cancer, an expert team of medical professionals provides personalized care with the most state-of-the-art technologies, such as advanced radiation and proton therapies, and bone marrow transplant and cellular therapy. Through a robust research program, the institute also supports physician involvement in numerous research studies and clinical trials that give patients access to innovative diagnosis, treatment and symptom management options. In addition to being accredited by the Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, Orlando Health Cancer Institute has earned accreditations and certifications in several areas — including medical oncology and hematology/oncology, radiation oncology, cellular therapy, rectal cancer, and breast care — from the respective accrediting organizations, and recently was named in the 2023 Becker's Hospital Review “60 Hospitals and Health Systems with Great Oncology Programs” list.
Orlando Health Cancer Institute is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes 24 award-winning hospitals and ERs, 9 specialty institutes, 14 urgent care centers, 100+ primary care practices and more than 60 outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, we honor our 100-year legacy by providing care for more than 142,000 inpatient and 3.9 million outpatient visits each year.
Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
Position Summary
Maintains appropriate inventory levels of all drugs/supplies stocked. Makes major decisions in purchasing while complying with budget limitations, and achieving a maximum inventory turnover rate.
Located: Lake Mary
Work schedule: Flexible, it can range from 6:30 am-3:00 pm, other times it is 7:30 am - 4:00 pm.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be currently registered with the Florida State Board of Pharmacy, renewed every two years.
• Two (2) years inventory control related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the development and awarding of bids and contracts; determines most cost effective vendor for daily pharmaceutical ordering.
• Oversees receiving, storage, borrowing and return of medications.
• Accurately prepares billing documentation for accounting; maintains data files on all negotiated contracts, purchase orders, invoices and receivers.
• Performs the basic buyer procedures required by the assigned area and consistent with Orlando Health policy and procedures.
• Locates manufacturer “back order” and “temporary out” items from most cost effective vendors, and keeps staff informed.
• Responsible for preparing expense reports when requested.
• Demonstrates knowledge and functionality of wholesaler and Lawson computer systems.
• Responsible for end of month transfer process.
• Functions as a Pharmacy technician when required.
• Coordinates disposal of all expired medications.
• Evaluates all non-formulary requests before bringing a non-formulary item into their facility.
• Maintains and replenishes 340B inventory separately from regular inventory.
• Maintains invoicing for all drug and supply accounts.
• Maintains database and paperwork on all medication recalls.
• Prepares department for annual inventory updating shelf labels, inventory supply forms, and databases as needed.
• Is the overall coordinator/manager of the annual inventory process which includes the review of the inventory for errors and completion of the inventory including but not limited to all necessary paperwork and spreadsheets.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Networks with other Pharmacy buyers, managers, vendors, local hospitals, and pharmaceutical sales representatives.
• Attends meetings and in-services.
• Assumes the responsibility for professional growth and development.
• Completes all mandatory education required by Orlando Health.
• Functions as back up to Controlled Substance Specialist, Pyxis System Specialist, and Pharmacy Regulatory Compliance Specialist when required.

Benefits

• Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible so that you can be present for your passions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED