The Purchasing Specialist manages the flow of supplies and specialty products to ensure products are available for patient care in a safe, efficient, and cost effective manner.
Full-time role, Monday-Friday, hours vary depending on needs of the ASC, out of our Plymouth Orthopedic Surgery Center.
Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare. We have a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts and more.
Essential Functions

• Continually monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies for daily operations. Restock par areas as needed.
• Manage the PO process, receiving, and replenishment of all supplies for assigned location(s).
• Identify, resolve, and communicate product availability issues to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinate inventory management activities.
• Assist with value analysis and product trials as requested.
• Oversee and coordinate physical inventory process at the sites.
• Manage par areas and maintain accuracy in the inventory system.
• Ensure purchasing activity aligns with the overall purchasing department strategy.
• Any and all other duties as assigned

Education And Experience Requirements

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent. Associate’s degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of experience in materials management related position such as purchasing, inventory management, or hospital supply chain.

Essential RequirementsAbility to:

• Lift objects more than 25 pounds and less than 60. Able to push/pull objects more than 50 pounds on a cart.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.
• Complete job required training.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
• Work in the clinic or surgery center during business hours
• Travel independently throughout the clinic or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
• Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner
• Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Understand and execute a variety of instructions
• Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Travel to other work locations, if required

Performance Expectations – I-Health’s Core Values

• Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say
• Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience
• Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations
• Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness
• Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively

Environmental Conditions

• Clinic/surgery center setting

Notes

• Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
• This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.