Pharmacy Purchasing Tech

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

The Pharmacy Purchasing Technician is responsible for the receipt of medications from wholesalers and vendors; ensuring an effective and accurate inventory of medications and supplies; fills and distributes interdepartmental requests for pharmaceuticals; assists with processing of medication recalls and outdated pharmaceuticals; and performs computer and clerical tasks with proficiency and accuracy. This individual will develop and maintain strong relationships with pharmacy staff, mayo clinic staff, wholesalers and vendors.

Requirements

• Completion of two years post-secondary education and/or successful completion of an approved vocational Pharmacy Technician training program and at least six months of applicable experience as a Pharmacy Technician; or at least eighteen months of applicable experience as a Pharmacy Technician.
• Effectively reads, writes, speaks and understands English.
• Proven history of performing technical tasks and following written / verbal instructions.
• Able to apply math and calculator skills along with a working knowledge of the metric system.
• Possess strong telephone and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with the use of office software computer applications and keyboarding.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a busy environment and pay attention to detail.
• Proven organizational and problem solving skills.
• Proven ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment.
• No history of drug abuse or misuse; or proof of successful completion of a certified drug abuse rehabilitation program is required.
• Current registration with the Board of Pharmacy in the state he/she is hired to work in where required by state regulation, or eligible to obtain.
• National Pharmacy Technician Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Receipt of medications from wholesalers and vendors
• Ensuring an effective and accurate inventory of medications and supplies
• Fills and distributes interdepartmental requests for pharmaceuticals
• Assists with processing of medication recalls and outdated pharmaceuticals
• Performs computer and clerical tasks with proficiency and accuracy
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with pharmacy staff, mayo clinic staff, wholesalers and vendors

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree