Pharmacy Buyer Cover Letter

In response to your job posting for pharmacy buyer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for regulatory oversight of INTEGRIS Health 340B program through internal audit functions to include compliance auditing, deficiency identification, and written compliance recommendations to address the controls of the 340B drug program.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Good telephone skills and good oral communication skills are essential
• Proficient knowledge of operating system software, desktop applications such as excel, power point, , and pharmacy information system applications as they relate to pharmacy process workflow
• Operate and maintain annual competency in all four production areas, including PO, IV, Narcotics, and Satellites
• Current PTCB Pharmacy Technician certification & current Texas State Board Registration
• Registration with the State of Oregon Board of Pharmacy
• National certification within 6 months of employment
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical and biologic nomenclature
• National certification upon hire

I would like to submit my application for the pharmacy buyer opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for timely and accurate report or analysis of compliance with the 340B program requirements and drug price file integrity.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Of hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Multi-site experience with OTC/GM items in drug store or grocery store environment
• Healthcare Purchasing experience is preferred
• Active Registered pharmacy technician
• Automation experience with knowledge of reporting features (i.e., optimization, load/unload, nursing narcotic access)
• Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT) with license issued by PTCB
• Prior experience with pharmacy purchasing (buyer/biller/analyst)
• Knowledge of current safety regulations and implementation of new policies and procedures

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the pharmacy buyer position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for regulatory oversight of INTEGRIS Healths 340B program through internal audit functions to include compliance auditing, deficiency identification, and written compliance recommendations to address the controls of the 340B drug program.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Competent use of all Microsoft Office elements
• Performs other duties, including technician duties as assigned by supervisor
• Previous experience as a hospital pharmacy technician and Purchasing Agent
• Current Registration with Texas Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Technician
• Proficient knowledge of operating system software, desktop applications (excel, power point, ) and pharmacy information system applications
• Buyer Experience Highly preferred
• Arizona Pharm Tech License
• Judgment – Makes sensible and reliable decisions based upon job knowledge and experience

I am excited to be applying for the position of pharmacy buyer. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for input and supports efforts of the 340B Executive Steering Committee and the System 340B Operations and Analytics Director.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience with the supply, process, and distribution phases of inventory management in a hospital pharmacy setting
• Knowledge of computerized inventory management and contract compliance procedures
• Pharmacy Tech Licensure
• Fluent in English oral and written is preferred
• Current valid license as a pharmacy technician by the State of Michigan Board of Pharmacy, or eligibility to become licensed (refer to License and Certification section below)
• Knowledge of medication names and medical terminology
• Experience in the purchasing/procurement and distribution of medications and supplies
• Previous experience as a hospital pharmacy technician

I would like to submit my application for the pharmacy buyer opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight of the 340B program across the health system, assuring compliance and providing reporting to appropriate parties.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficient knowledge of operating system software, desktop applications (excel, power point, ) and pharmacy information system applications as they relate to pharmacy process workflow
• Proficiency with basic word processing and presentation applications
• Previous hospital experience as Pharmacy Buyer or Pharmacy Technician
• Pharmacy Technician II experience and status
• Completion of technician-training program, preferred
• Previous experience utilizing wholesaler ordering systems and inpatient inventory management systems is preferred
• Purchasing experience in an acute hospital setting
• Working knowledge of personal computer operations and business applications (word-processing, spreadsheets, databases) preferred