Pharmacy Buyer / Pharmacy Tech
About The Position
Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers Position: Pharmacy Buyer POSITION SUMMARY: The Buyer-Pharmacy assists the Pharmacy Manager with all purchasing activities of the department in order to maintain an efficient operation of drug distribution and control within the facility. This consists of inventory control and management, contract compliance and invoice reconciliation. Pharmacy Buyers function in accordance with standard written procedures, guidelines and state and federal regulations. They do not perform duties that can legally be performed only by a registered pharmacist. Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for purchasing items at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity and required specifications. The Pharmacy Buyer is responsible for charges that are Benefit Highlights: Retention Bonus Program if offered. Loan Forgiveness Program if offered. Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com
Requirements
- Certification by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board and Registration with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy within 120 days of hire.
- High School Graduate, or Equivalent required; Technical School or 1-2 years college preferred.
- 1-3 years hospital experience required; 3-5 years hospital experience preferred.
- Must possess strong organizational skills.
- Ability to read and write in English
- Ability to speak and hear, to allow discussions with employees and peers.
- Ability to cope with and remain calm under stress
- Ability to respond to pages
- Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions
- Bending and lifting (up to 20 lbs), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling.
- Ability to understand and interpret financial data
Nice To Haves
- Technical School or 1-2 years college preferred.
- 3-5 years hospital experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- assists the Pharmacy Manager with all purchasing activities of the department in order to maintain an efficient operation of drug distribution and control within the facility
- inventory control and management
- contract compliance and invoice reconciliation
- purchasing items at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity and required specifications
- responsible for charges
Benefits
- Retention Bonus Program if offered.
- Loan Forgiveness Program if offered.
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
