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Rachel Young

Paguate,NM

Summary

Detail-oriented Pharmacy Buyer with extensive experience in inventory management and compliance monitoring. Dynamic pharmacy buyer with a focus on procurement management and vendor relations. Known for effective problem-solving and attention to detail. Ready to leverage expertise in inventory control to enhance operational efficiency and support organizational goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pharmacy Buyer, CPhT

Lovelace Medical Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico
05.2013 - Current

Manage procurement processes ensuring compliance with pharmacy formulary and contracts.

  • Oversee inventory management across two pharmacies.
  • Collaborate with pharmacy staff to identify medication needs and address shortages.
  • Helped implement BD Logistics: Inventory management system to enhance procurement efficiency.
  • Order necessary supplies while monitoring inventory levels closely.
  • Assist pharmacy management in developing both short-term and long-term sourcing strategies.
  • Cultivated strong vendor relationships to ensure consistent product availability.
  • Conduct semi-annual inventory audits across two locations to verify accuracy.

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Lovelace Medical Center
Albuquerque, New Mexico
01.1999 - 05.2013
  • Compounded sterile and non-sterile medications for inpatient care.
  • Provided technical support for pharmacists: answering phones, medication delivery, customer service window, filling department requisitions.
  • Provide technical support for pharmacists in preparing intravenous admixtures per protocols.
  • Managed medication inventory, ensuring optimal storage conditions.
  • Maintained organized pharmacy work areas to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Monitored drug inventory levels and placed orders for new supplies.
  • Repackaged bulk drugs into unit-dose containers using automated and manual methods.
  • Adhered to safety procedures while handling hazardous materials.
  • Developed proficiency in operating Pyxis MedStation and managing dispensing operations.
  • Acquired proficiency in Pyxis CII safe system administration and inventory auditing.

Education

Certificate - Pharmacy Technician Program

Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM
12-1998

Skills

  • Procurement management
  • Inventory control
  • Vendor relations
  • Cost-saving initiatives
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Supply chain oversight
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Data analysis
  • Product knowledge
  • Problem solving
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Staff training
  • Team collaboration
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Effective communication
  • Interpersonal skills

Certification

  • Pharmacy Technician Certification Board
  • New Mexico Board of Pharmarcy

Timeline

Pharmacy Buyer, CPhT

Lovelace Medical Center
05.2013 - Current

Certified Pharmacy Technician

Lovelace Medical Center
01.1999 - 05.2013

Certificate - Pharmacy Technician Program

Central New Mexico Community College
Rachel Young