Operating Room Materials Coordinator

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is seeking a full-time Operating Room Materials Coordinator on daylight, M-F, from 7 AM – 3:30 PM. The Operating Room Materials Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day materials management operation of the Operation Room.

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is a 45-bed hospital that serves rural and suburban populations in Roaring Spring, Altoona, and parts of Blair, Bedford, and Huntingdon counties. Caring for the community since 1900, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center prides itself on providing safe, high quality, compassionate care. With a state-of-the art cardiac catheterization lab, Conemaugh Nason offers a range of inpatient, and outpatient cardiac services close to home when every minute matters. The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care as an accredited chest pain center, and offers comprehensive outpatient, imaging, diagnostic, and specialty services. As a LifePoint Health National Quality Leader, Conemaugh Nason is leading the way among peers by delivering the highest quality of care for patients.

Conemaugh Nason is also a member of the Conemaugh Health System, a Duke LifePoint Healthcare system. Conemaugh Health System serves more than a half-million patients each year through the Nason Physician Group, Conemaugh Physician Group and Medical Staff, a network of four hospitals, specialty clinics and patient-focused programs.

Essential Functions:
Provides Operating Room inventory control functions on a daily basis.
Ensures the uninterrupted flow of OR material by communicating with other departments and outside vendors regarding supply needs.
Reviews and updates price list, inventory records, files, product/vendor files of OR materials.
Expedites and arranges with other institutions for the lending/borrowing of items when necessary.
Coordinates product returns.
Orders stock and non-stock supplies.
Work with vendors concerning delivery dates, damaged products, short shipments, picking errors, etc.
Procures products and services at budgeted prices.
Communicates with vendors.
Reps, OR Director and Supervisor to coordinate supplies and specialty items needed for surgery.
Track and report product expirations, high or low usage to make the necessary adjustments.
Updates inventory supplies in EPIC Materials Management.
Provide Support with Materials Management as needed and other duties related to Supply chain operations.
Participates in team and committee meetings and other projects as assigned.

Organizational Expectations:
Demonstrates support of the mission, vision, values, goals and general policies of Conemaugh Nason Medical Center.
Complies with corporate compliance guidelines and requirements of federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Adheres to the standards of professional ethics and handles confidential information in strict conformance with departmental and Medical Center policies.
Provides quality care and services consistent with Medical Center standards and participates in the Medical Center’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to unexpected changes in the workload, emergencies, staffing and scheduling.
Uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgment and a professional attitude when relating to co-workers, patients, families, and visitors.
Performs the duties in a self-directed and cooperative manner with minimal need for supervision.
Uses time constructively for maximum productivity.
Treats all co-workers, patients, families, and visitors with consideration to their rights, cultural diversity, privacy, comfort and emotional needs. Serves as a patient advocate and fosters a work culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Attends all mandatory training and completes all required Life Talent education assignments within a timely manner. Keeps updated regarding Medical Center changes through meeting attendance and review of posted information; attends briefs, debriefs, and huddles.
Abides by and references the Employee Handbook and other pertinent facility policies, including clinical, non-clinical, safety, and infection control.
Maintains confidentiality regarding patient and employee information.

Job Requirements:
Minimum Education:
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Required Skills:
Ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels of the organization.
Knowledge of Computer Systems, Internet, Printing Equipment, Photocopiers.
Previous related Storeroom experience preferred.
Ability to apply Technical, Critical Thinking, Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Competitive wage, health benefits, 401K, PTO, and onsite occupational health!