Special orders/handling to maintain supplies of critical items Orders to replenish stock to predetermined levels and independently adjusts par as needed to prevent outs Maintains knowledge of manual billing procedures Assists billing technician and other pharmacy personnel as needed Purchases all pharmaceuticals following defined policies and procedures Monitors correct contract items and prices Works with wholesaler to maximize purchasing systems efficiencies and maximize cost effectiveness Maintains quality control files on all backorders, shortages and/or recalls Assists with updating of all purchasing policies and procedures Stores and maintains quality control storage conditions for pharmaceuticals received Conducts continuous surveillance over dated products; rotating, exchanging and replacing as needed Maintains pharmacy inventory records of all direct and wholesale account items Maintains controlled substance procurement records Maintains records of all drugs to be returned or credited due to outdates, decreased use, damages or incorrect shipment Provides usage data to managers as needed Maintains all computer, electronic or technical equipment associated with job duties Updates written procedures for use of all equipment Initiates updates, posts all supplies and transactions to inventory control records; i.e., new products, epic numbers, stock levels, shortages/recalls Maintains adequate inventory control Assists in the conduction of annual inventory of materials and pharmaceuticals Ensure optimum purchasing through use of Novation Contracts, individual contracts and preferred pricing arrangements for the Organization Identifies cost savings opportunities through drug procurement processes Controls, approves, and reconciles purchases from and by outside institutions Obtains and maintains PTCB Pharmacy Technician certification Maintains knowledge base by participating in at least 6 pharmacy staff inservices annually Other Information: Any pharmacy technician who is immunization‑certified must maintain active BLS certification as part of their role. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: identify cost savings opportunities associated with drug procurement and inventory, process wholesaler invoices for payment, provide training and support to technicians, adhere to hospital and departmental policies regarding vendors, 340B program and drug procurement, manage drug transfers and non-formulary purchases, communicate with pharmacy personnel regarding drug shortages/recalls and coordinate annual inventory Responsibilities: Performs self-evaluation at merit review Assures coverage for order responsibilities Maintains good working relationship with co-workers Assits in orientation/training of students, technicians and pharmacists Meets routinely with pharmaceutical companies and wholesale representatives ensuring good working relationship and open communication.