Position Summary:

Using independent judgment and critical thinking skills ensures products and implants are obtained in both a clinically acceptable and fiscally responsible manner. Responsible for routine and non-routine duties requiring surgical specialty knowledge of supply chain and clinical requirements for assigned operating room inventory locations/pars and surgical service lines. Working directly with Periop Supply Chain coworkers, Sterile Processing management, Periop Nursing, Anesthesia and Surgeons, sets priorities and implements problem solving skills to obtain what is required for emergent, urgent and elective surgical cases. Responsible for resolving invoice discrepancies and managing recall alerts for products and implants that have been received.

Proactively review, monitor/maintain all Periop systems for surgical supply and implant requirements: notifications of patient or case specific needs, inventory levels in assigned par locations, the OR implant log and the OR surgical schedule. Apply knowledge of service specific clinical and anatomical requirements for obtaining appropriate supplies and implants. Determine and maintain optimal inventory levels to ensure product availability per customer.

Verify accuracy of shipments against purchase order. Review reports and check on backorders daily and make alternative arrangements when appropriate, especially in urgent patient care situations.

Monitor, update and keep current all associated par forms and spreadsheets for areas of responsibility. Utilize Materials Management and OR software to proactively assess, measure and track supply expenses and usage.

Minimum Qualifications:

Two years post-high school education, one year of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong skills in Microsoft Applications and experience with performance measurement and process improvement helpful. Medical terminology and supply chain experience is preferred.

Systems and Equipment Used:

Materials Management Software (ASC), EMR (Epic/Optime), Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Outlook), PC, telephone, fax, printers, scanners

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Supply chain: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person