Inventory Management Lynx Tech

US Oncology Network-wide Career Opportunities; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 23,556 - 50,640; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Virginia Oncology Associates in Suffolk, VA, is seeking a Lynx Inventory Management Admixture Tech to support our central admixture needs. This in-person role handles pharmaceutical inventory, order processing with Lynx, and strict compliance with regulations.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree and 2 years in procurement/inventory or pharmacy tech experience, with Lynx/Epic/Pyxis/Omnicell familiarity and willingness to travel between offices. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Associate's 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 preferred.
• Willing to travel between offices as needed.

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.
• Keyes/processing of individual patient orders using the Lynx automated cabinet system for accuracy and maintain inventory balances.
• Ensures compliance with established ordering practices and with all applicable state and federal guidelines.
• Communicate with clinical sites regarding inventory needs and resolve discrepancies.
• Receive/Check in inventory for accuracy.
• Check inventory levels and other inventory control monitors.
• Make purchasing decisions within budget to maximize turnover.
• Resolve problems with fluctuating demand/supply and with vendors as needed.
• Expedite deliveries to maintain schedules.
• Receive returned inventory for credit to patient accounts.
• Conduct weekly audits of high-cost meds and quarterly inventory.
• Collaborate with accounting for inventory processing and controls.
• Provide training and support to pharmacy staff on inventory management system and QC procedures.

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Lynx

Epic

Pyxis

Omnicell

Job description

Overview

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 Lynx Inventory Management Admixture Tech to support our Suffolk location.

Employment Type: Full Time

In Person

Benefits: M/D/V, Life Ins., 401(k)

Compensation Range: $17.10 - $36.76. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as, relevant experience, education, certifications, licensure, and skills that align with the role.

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 patient's 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

• Associate's 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 preferred
• Willing to travel between offices as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination and the ability to read and note appropriate measurements. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to toxic substances, medicinal preparations, and chemotherapeutic agents.

The US Oncology Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.