What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vendor Master Specialist position at UPMC?
UPMC is looking for a temporary Vendor Master Specialist. The duration of this role will be approximately 6 months.
This position works Monday- Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm with remote flexibility. The pay rate is $30/hr.
Purpose:
The Vendor Master Specialist is responsible for validating all requests for vendor master additions, deletions, and updates to the vendor record. The Vendor Master Specialist is also responsible for performing the vendor data changes and ensuring that all necessary supporting documentation and approvals are stored electronically to the vendor record.
Responsibilities:
- Validate all requests for vendor maintenance additions, deletions, and updates to the vendor master against established procedures.
- Verify that all documentation to support the vendor master change is complete.
- Update the vendor record in Procure to Pays ERP.
- Ensure that all required supporting documentation is attached to the record and stored electronically.
- Perform vendor master additions, deletions, and maintenance requests within defined service level expectations.
- Communicate progress/status of requests clearly
- Maintain quality of vendor master data by querying vendor master information, collecting missing data that is required, and by correcting data that is inconsistent with department standards
- Review and update business process documents and work instructions, annually, at a minimum
- Support the Disbursement or Vendor Analysts in determining the cause and resolution of issues
- Provide support during integration initiatives to ensure effective and efficient vendor master maintenance activities.
- Support 1099 and Business Associate reporting requirements
- Ensure delivery against department goals and objectives
- Respect and maintain the confidentiality of all patient, physician, and hospital related information.
- Perform related responsibilities as required