Pharmacy Buyer - Doral at University of Miami in Doral, Florida

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The University of Miami Health System at Doral has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Pharmacy Buyer with a hire date of May 2024.


The University of Miami Health System will soon open the second phase to our state-of-the-art facility in Downtown Doral that serves as a western hub for our distinguished regional network of ambulatory services. This 160,000 square foot expansion will continue to bring world-class academic medicine, cutting-edge technology, and innovative treatment options to the rapidly growing Doral community. UHealth at Doral will have services through the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, and the Desai Sethi Urology Institute, as well as specialties such as cardiology, endocrinology, otolaryngology, gastroenterology, dermatology, and more. The expansion will provide residents with innovative, specialized medical services in the heart of their community. Once complete, UHealth at Doral will have 8 operating rooms, 3 endoscopy procedure rooms, 33 cancer treatment bays, over 60 multidisciplinary exam rooms, and supporting ancillary services like imaging, lab, and respiratory therapy. UHealth at Doral will open in September, 2024.


The Pharmacy Buyer coordinates the medication procurement process and maintains inventory stock levels and related paperwork. Additionally, the incumbent ensures appropriate dating of medications for the inpatient and outpatient pharmacies.




$5,000 SIGN - ON BONUS



Procures, receives, and administers the inventory of controlled pharmaceuticals, and communicates shortages of medications or changes in stock availability to appropriate pharmacy staff. Alerts leadership of changes in buying trends, including any unusual use of drugs. Purchases all pharmaceuticals for the assigned pharmacies and participates in continuous quality improvement. Receives and verifies shipments from vendors and suppliers. Keeps abreast of contract changes and prepares vendor shipment returns. Maintains appropriate inventory levels of drugs and supplies and controls inventory to meet established budgetary constraints. Coordinates disposal of all expired medication and maintains invoicing for all drug and supply accounts. Prepares department for annual inventory which includes updating shelf labels, inventory supply forms, and databases. Carries out rules and regulations pertaining to the professional policies of the department and ensures compliance with state and federal regulations. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.



This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.




Education:



High School Diploma, Bachelors preferred



Certification and Licensing:



Active FL Registered Pharmacy Technician License



Experience:



Minimum 3 year of relevant experience


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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.


UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.


Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.


The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.



Job Status:

Full time



Employee Type:

Staff



Pay Grade:

H7