McFarland Clinic ยท 4 hours ago
Purchasing Agent (Pharmacy Tech) (FT) | Chain Supply | Ames | 2026-012
Ames, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expMcFarland Clinic is currently accepting applications for a Purchasing Agent (Pharmacy Tech) for its Ames office. The role involves managing drug supply chain duties, ensuring compliance with regulations, and collaborating with supply chain leaders to optimize drug procurement processes.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Performing drug supply chain management duties related to certified Pharmacy Technician in accordance with McFarland Clinic's Core Values and Behavior
Works close with the Supply Chain Director and Manager on drug initiatives while ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to handling of hazardous drugs
Assist Supply Chain Director and Manager in the go-live, vendor set up with TraceLink, standard operating procedures (SOP) and management of Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA) U.S. federal law processes starting November 2026
Develop DSCSA audit checklist, monitor and train all stakeholders on audit requirements
Participates with GPO (group purchasing organization) activities to obtain the best pricing, compile drug analysis reports for drug work group presentations and price contracts
Coordinates and identify new drug value analysis steps with supply chain leaders, purchasing agents, providers and user departments to implement drug conversion savings opportunities
Maintains local drug/vaccine contract database with vendor representative contact information
Maintains drug rebate tracker and works with Accounts Receivable to identify drug with user dept codes on rebate checks
Assists with researching and supplying new drug information to add to the New Drug Request online form. Works with oncology, reimbursement, business office, and EPIC teams as needed
Attends and participates in Drug Safety, Vaccines and Drugs & Injections work groups as needed with leaders
Train as back up to Purchasing Agent III who procures drugs and pharmaceuticals in Acumatica
Understand pharmaceutical distributors and which approved distributor to use for ordering, price compare and contracting
Resolves invoice, receipt, and purchase order 3-way match discrepancies with accounting
Assist in maintaining accurate drug inventories with Purchasing Agent III, perform regular physical counts and monitor drug expiration dates
Coordinate and communicate drug inventory changes, process improvements and issues with Marshalltown Central Supply inventory for standardization
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma, GED or HiSET
Completion of an accredited Pharmacy Technician training program with verification of certification
Pharmacy Technician Certification (PTCB or ExCPT exam)
Minimum of 2 years' experience as a pharmacy technician
Experience with drug and vaccine sourcing, contracting, rebates and vendor management
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Preferred
Preferably in healthcare clinic or hospital setting
Benefits
Health and dental insurance
401(k)
PTO
Company
McFarland Clinic
McFarland Clinic is Iowa's largest physician-owned multi-specialty clinic.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Munson, CPA, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
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