Virginia Oncology Associates, the largest group of medical professionals in Hampton Roads and Northeast North Carolina devoted exclusively to cancer care and blood disorders, has an exciting opportunity for a Pharmacy Buyer/Inventory Cooridnator to support our SCAS Virginia Beach location.
***Please take this quick survey once you've submitted your resume to complete the application process: Pharmacy Buyer/Inventory Coordinator Link
Under general supervision of the Admixture Service Manager/Pharmacy Services Manager/ Director of Pharmacy Services, this position performs the duties associated with day to day ordering, receiving, unboxing and overall general handling of medications from the vendors, to serve as the core and source of our pharmaceutical services. Responsibilities:
Oversees the purchase of pharmaceutical inventory at our central admixture site
Maintains drug inventory levels at required levels for daily support of our central admixture needs
Responsible for keying and /or processing of individual patient orders using the Lynx automated cabinet system for accuracy and maintain accurate inventory balances
Ensures compliance with established ordering practices and with all applicable state and federal guidelines
Communicate when needed with the different clinical sites at VOA concerning inventory needs and work to dissolve discrepancies
Receive/Check in the inventory for accuracy
Checks inventory levels and other inventory control monitors
Makes decisions in purchasing while staying within budget requirements and achieving maximum inventory turnover rate
Resolves problems associated with on-going fluctuating demand/supply issues
Follows-up and expedites as necessary to maintain delivery dates/schedules
Resolves problems with vendors as necessary
Responsible for receiving returned inventory for credit to patients accounts
Responsible for weekly audits of high cost meds and quarterly entire inventory
Works closely with the accounting department to ensure accurate inventory processing and control of the inventory checks and balances
Provides training and support to pharmacy staff regarding inventory management system and quality control procedures
Qualifications:
Associates Degree required
Two (2) years of experience in procurement/inventory supply or pharmacy technician experience OR an equivalent combination of education or experience.
IV certification strongly preferred
Experience with Lynx, Epic, Pyxis, Omnicell is preferred
Certified Pharmacy Technician certificate or State Pharmacy Board perferred
