Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future.

And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options.
• Dental:
  Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:
  Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement:
  Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

The Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist performs the following duties to assigned sites across Mayo Midwest: accurately and efficiently procures and ensures an effective inventory of medications and supplies; assists with the management of medication shortages; processes medication recalls and the return of pharmaceuticals and/or their destruction; and performs the duties of a Pharmacy Purchasing Technician as assigned.

Note: These qualifications apply to the Pharmacy Purchasing Specialist, which are the minimum qualifications that must be met for all levels.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (business, management, accounting or related field) AND 2-years of pharmacy technician experience;

OR

• Two-year college degree (healthcare or business preferred) AND 4-years pharmacy technician experience;

OR

• High school diploma AND 6-years pharmacy technician experience.

Additional Qualifications

• A minimum of 2-years’ experience in pharmacy purchasing and inventory control strongly preferred.
• No history of drug abuse or misuse, or proof of successful completion of a certified drug abuse rehabilitation program is required.
• Effectively reads, writes, speaks and understands English.
• Must be detailed-oriented; able to prioritize work and able to work independently under general guidelines and procedures.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills; computer skills including word processing and spreadsheet applications; work collaboratively with others and work independently with minimal supervision.

License and Certification

• National Pharmacy Technician Certification required.
• Current registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy, or eligible to obtain prior to start date.
• May not perform duties requiring registration until registration is obtained.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Note:

Placement within a level and within the range is dependent on experience and qualifications. Purchasing Specialist: $26.00 - $38.55 / hour
Purchasing Specialist Tech V: $26.71 - $39.82 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, Weekends as needed

Weekend Schedule

As needed

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Lauren Brandt