Surgical Services Equipment Supply Technician

Implements processes and procedures for supply/equipment evaluation and acquisition for Surgical Services.

Responsibilities

Implements processes and procedures for supply/equipment evaluation and acquisition for Surgical Services; Implements Surgical Services inventory systems including complete case cart process; Responsible for accurately entering SSI supply data and maintaining supply database; Assists in Surgical Services supply acquisition; Participates in supply/equipment evaluation process; Monitors OR schedules to assure adequate provision of supplies/implants, instruments, and equipment; Acts as a liaison to physicians and Surgical Services staff with sales representatives in supply/equipment acquisition and maintenance; Follows policies/procedures pertaining to supply/capital acquisitions and regulation of sales reps presence in restricted areas; In collaboration with CPD staff, implements complete case cart processes, policies, and procedures; Works in collaboration with CPD instrument coordinator to assure adequate inventory of supplies/instruments; Identifies Materials Management and case cart problems and issues; Identifies opportunities for improvement and assists in implementation of changes; Monitors case cart process and follows up on QA issues; Acts as a liaison between CPD and Surgical Services and a resource for the case cart system; Participates in meeting cost reduction goals of LGH/Advocate; Maintains inventory with minimal required levels; Notifies Materials management of all opportunities to decrease supply inventory; Recommends inventory to be deleted; Works in collaboration with Surgical Services Data Coordinator to assure accurate billing; Assists in cost containment analysis; Responsible for identifying opportunities for cost savings; Works in collaboration with clinical coordinators, support staff, team leaders, surgical specialists, clinical managers, and physicians in providing Materials Management services; Communicates in a positive and effective manner; Follows up on requested information in a timely manner; Acts as a resource in supply/equipment identification and location, acquisition, and status of orders; Assists in notifying Surgical Services staff and physicians of new products/equipment instruments; Monitors inventory to avoid waste and excess; Utilizes guest relations techniques with members of the healthcare team and sales representatives; Assists in coordinating all sales rep activities with Surgical Services; Maintains patient confidentiality

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; Two years experience in supply management; Basic PC skills; Ability to communicate, both verbal and written; Ability to work in fast-paced environment with time constraints; Ability to lift heavy objects (up to and over 50 lbs.); Ability to meet flexible work hours

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Incentive pay for select positions