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Denver Health Large Volume Fluid Specialist in Denver, Colorado
We are recruiting for a Large Volume Fluid Specialist to join our team!
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DepartmentAcute Care Pharmacy
Job Summary
Under general supervision, responsible for assisting and leading procurement activities, including availability, inventory management, and control of pharmacy purchases. Orders product using best possible source of procurement with the goal of achieving contract compliance across multiple purchase accounts and contracts. Responsible for working within 340B policy and with cooperation of 340B program and financial analysts. Researches backorders and locates substitute products as necessary. Establish and/or uses reports for reviewing procurement of pharmaceuticals. Orders controlled substances based on standard process for ordering and in compliance with DEA requirements.
Essential Functions:
Ensures that the pharmacy is stocked with essential, formulary-approved pharmaceuticals, fluids, and supplies and performs all related purchasing duties (25%) Maintains cost effective inventory levels of all formulary drugs, fluids, and supplies based upon financial analytics reporting (20%) Complies with 340B requirements and policy as well as group purchasing contracts to ensure optimal cost-effectiveness of all purchases (15%) Reviews pharmacy stock for outdates, overstock, and proper storage on a routine basis to ensure the timely return of outdated items and/or recommended deletions from formulary based on movement of stock (5%) Management of large volume, floor stock medications, and automated dispensing cabinets as assigned (5%) Reviews drug shortages and escalates to pharmacy leadership as necessary (5%) Ensures that all orders are processed in accordance to pre-established guidelines, DHHA policies, and Federal and State Law (5%) Evaluates and corrects invoice discrepancies (5%) Ensures proper filing of purchase orders, invoices, and controlled substances forms in compliance with the needs of the department and regulatory agencies (5%) Uses and operates pharmacy equipment appropriately and when necessary (5%) Other duties as assigned may include but are not limited to pharmacy technician operations, stocking, unit checks, and teaching of students/interns/resident (5%) Education:
High School Diploma or GED Required Work Experience:
1-3 years Of pharmacy technician experience or equivalent experience performing inventory management in a healthcare-related position Required and 1-3 years Pharmacy experience as buyer or inventory specialist, preferred Licenses:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to work independently and with little supervision Knowledge of inventory management, purchasing and warehousing Excellent communication skills to effectively relay information to co-workers, customers and vendors Ability to read and follow written instructions and to write procedures regarding daily activities Knowledge of and ability to use proper lifting, pushing, and pulling technique to minimize risk of injury Knowledge of general pharmacy operations Analytical thinking, problem solving, and process improvement skills Ability to disseminate program information, policies, rules and/or regulations Ability to consistently implement program, department and organizational policies and procedures Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal, training, negotiating, and customer service skills in all interactions with internal and external healthcare team members Understands how state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures impact specific job responsibilities and functions Demonstrates actions to reasonably prevent, detect, and report unethical and unlawful business practices Proficiency with Microsoft Office required Proficiency with Epic, preferred Proficiency with various internet ordering platforms, preferred
ShiftVaries (United States of America)
Work TypeRegular
Salary$51,709.00 - $75,185.00 / yr
Benefits
Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes