Work Area (FBA Only) Multi-Site No Travel Requirement No travel required Shift Start Time/End Time 0730-1530 Days Off Weekend/Stats Vacancy Type Regular FT Salary Range (Hourly Rate) $33.34 - $33.34 Paid FTE 1.0 Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS 75.00 Planned Start Date Nov. 25 2024 Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY) Pending Return of Incumbent No CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check) Yes Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Supervisor-Inventory & Purchasing or designate, the Buyer purchases pharmaceutical items for Island Health Pharmacies, and other areas supported by Pharmacy Purchasing, following departmental purchasing policies and procedures. With the Drug Shortage Pharmacist, and other stakeholders, contributes to solving supply issues by researching the market for alternate pharmaceutical options. Researches pharmaceutical item availability, hosts meetings, expedites delivery of purchases outstanding and contributes to provincial committee groups related to pharmaceutical procurement or supply chain shortages.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. If applicable, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and the incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education, Training And ExperienceGrade 12, supplemented by recognized purchasing courses, plus five years' recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Skills And Abilities Ability to deal with others effectively. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Ability to organize work. Physical ability to carry out the duties of position. Ability to operate related equipment. Link to Full Job Descriptionhttps://jd.viha.ca/JD5273.pdf
Additional information for applicants Additional Clauses Requisition CA Facilities Subsector Affiliation/Union HEU