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 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.
Benefits Highlights
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.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for the Purchasing Specialist 

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

OR

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

OR

High school diploma AND 6 years pharmacy technician experience. 

Preferred Qualifications 

A minimum of two years’ experience in pharmacy purchasing and inventory control strongly preferred.

Additional Qualifications

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.No history of drug abuse or misuse, or proof of successful completion of a certified drug abuse rehabilitation program is required

License and Certification

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

This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship/ we will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Purchasing Specialist: $26.00 - $38.55 / hour Tech V: $26.71 - $39.82 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with every sixth week working 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Weekend Schedule

NA

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. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law".  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