Pharmacy Buyer II

At UK King's Daughters, we’re not just a healthcare facility — we’re a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We’re more than just a place to work; we’re a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.

Job Description: Job Summary

Responsible for managing contract information to optimize medication and supply purchases. Ensures contract compliance and maintains accurate record-keeping. Procures medications and supplies from appropriate sources. Ensures proper storage to maintain quality and integrity. Performs complex administrative, computer, and support services to enhance pharmacy operations.

Essential Functions

• Maintains pharmacy records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Coordinates ordering and purchasing of pharmaceuticals, supplies, and office materials.
• Manages inventory to ensure adequate stock and cost-effective operations.
• Reviews and approves vendor invoices and prepares interdepartmental billing.
• Tracks and reports financial information for departmental budgeting.
• Develops and maintains audit processes for contract and pricing compliance.
• Interacts with vendors to optimize contract terms and pricing.
• Coordinates credit and disposal of unusable or outdated products.
• Identifies, retrieves, and documents recalled medications per regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area

Experience Requirement

2-5 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

All experience must be paid and in the same related field.

Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.

Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

N/A

Working Conditions

A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 1. Never

C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)

H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never

I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never

J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

K. Job-related travel: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

L. Loud noises: 1. Never

M. Temperature extremes: 1. Never

N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

O. Radiation: 1. Never

P. Burns: 1. Never

Q. Cuts/Punctures: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)

S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never

T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds. There is also occasional exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; job-related travel; hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste; cuts or punctures; and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department: Flatwoods Family Pharmacy

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Time Type: Full time

Address: 2420 Argillite Road

City, State: Flatwoods, Kentucky