Perioperative Purch/Inv Specialist ARRMC (Surgery)

Perioperative Purch/Inv Specialist ARRMC (Surgery)

Additional Position Details: FTE: 1.000000 | Full Time | Primarily Mon - Fri / 10:00am-6:30pm

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Perioperative Purchasing/Inventory Specialist coordinates with their assigned department to maintain the supply levels and to ensure needed supplies are readily available, and to manage costs of operations. In the this role, the Specialist participates in research, interviews and negotiations with suppliers to obtain prices and specifications; compiles information to request supplies, materials, and equipment and completes requisitions; works closely with physicians, clinical staff, distribution and purchasing to standardize and improve the products as appropriate; and assists in the analysis of materials utilization costs and annual budgeting process. May also evaluate vendors and authorize requests within organizational policy; and may track orders and maintain ordering records and systems.

Qualifications

Education

• Familiarity of medical terminology is required
• Associates degree in health or business-related field, preferred

Required Experience/Abilities

• Minimum 2 years of experience in surgical services, Cath Lab materials management, or sterile processing area which provides knowledge of supplies and equipment utilized within surgical services function
• Inventory Management skills
• Knowledge of business practices and the healthcare environment or related

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and wellness
• Excellent retirement package with up to 6% employer contribution
• Generous Earned Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Why Asante

Asante is more than a great hospital system in an amazing location. We are a community of passionate providers and service-focused caregivers who collaborate to deliver amazing patient outcomes; a place where titles don't matter as much as your creativity, drive, and passion. Our culture, values and people create an environment of sustained medical excellence.

More About Asante and Southern Oregon

Asante is a local, community owned and governed, not-for-profit organization that provides comprehensive health care services to more than 550,000 people in a nine-county area of Southern Oregon and Northern California. It includes Asante Ashland Community Hospital in Ashland, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center in Medford, Asante Three Rivers Medical Center in Grants Pass, Asante Physician Partners throughout the Rogue Valley, and additional health care partnerships. Virtually all medical specialties and services are represented within an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care. With over 5,000 employees, Asante's entities offer outstanding opportunities for career advancement and professional growth. At Asante your work positively impacts your family, friends, neighbors and the community. Experience the difference in how you work, how you live and how you connect.

At Asante we are defined by our values - traits that guide us as we serve patients and the community:

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to employ and advance in employment women, minorities, qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.