What are the responsibilities and job description for the OR Inventory Control Coordinator, Full Time Days position at Oswego Health?
Operating Room Inventory Control Coordinator
BROAD FUNCTION: The OR Inventory Control Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our Operating Rooms by overseeing the inventory management, and distribution of supplies. Reports to the Direct of Materials Management, performs procurement activities for Surgical Services (OR) procedural areas in a cost-effective manner using current inventory management processes and procedures, within Materials Management Information System (MMIS). Coordinates supplies, instruments and equipment for Surgical Services. Obtains specialty implants, and initiates tracking per regulatory requirements.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Communicates needs to collaborating team members, orders supply and optimizes efficiencies in supply management.
- Systematically addresses par levels and expiration dates in conjunction with team members.
- Maintains product availability, works with vendors as appropriate to insure adequate levels and/or appropriate substitutions are maintained, tracks back orders and works with collaborating team members on alternate planning
- Coordinates recall and substitute products.
- Plans, conducts, and oversees inventory and variances.
- Proactively plan for future supply needs by reviewing department reports and procuring goods in a timely manner.
- These reports include but are not limited to procedural area booking sheets and procedural area schedule.
- Maintains SUR item/implant database (works in item control daily). Must take items from item master and edit them to complete the documentation required for SUR documentation and builds every item in SUR inventories.
- Obtains implantable devices and initiates device tracking per regulatory requirements.
- Examines all received implants and specialty stock items for quality, quantity, and accuracy of items compared to original order.
- Establish and monitor appropriate inventory levels and monitor supply charges and procedures. Involvement in cost savings initiatives.
- Organize and participate with the OR physical inventory counts as required for materials management.
- Maintain accurate records of inventory levels and monitor stock replenishment.
- Communicate with departmental teams regarding supply needs and issues.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Computer literacy with experience in data entry required.
- Previous knowledge Meditech inventory management systems, or related MMIS.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent customer service skills required.
- Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Pay Range: $20.00-$25.00/hr
Employee salary is based on commensurate experience and other qualifications.
About Oswego Health:
The mission of Oswego Health is to provide accessible, quality care and improve the health of residents throughout Oswego County. As a nonprofit healthcare system established in 1881, Oswego Health is proud to be Oswego County’s largest private employer. More than 1,300 employees spread throughout its 18 locations, work for the Oswego Health system, which includes the 132-bed community Oswego Hospital, a 32-bed psychiatric acute-care facility with multiple outpatient behavioral health service locations, The Manor at Seneca Hill, a 120-bed skilled nursing facility, and Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent retirement community. The health system also operates Oswego Health Home Care, the only hospital-based certified home healthcare agency in the County, as well as two outpatient centers, including the Fulton Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, physical therapy, and occupational health services, and the Central Square Medical Center, offering urgent care, lab, medical imaging, and physical therapy services. In addition, the healthcare system includes Oswego Health Medical Practice, a multi-specialty medical group offering the community accessible, high-quality healthcare. 100 physicians and advanced practice providers offer an extensive array of services across CNY, including primary care and specialty care in the areas of orthopedics, cardiology, ENT, gastroenterology, breast care, general surgery, urology, and bariatrics.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Oswego Health is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related matters, without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race), creed, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, marital or familial status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, citizenship status, ancestry, arrest/conviction record, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, reproductive health decision making, relationship or association with a member of a protected category, or any other legally protected characteristic. Decisions affecting your position including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, training, tuition assistance, leaves of absence, disciplinary action, layoff/recall, and terminations will be made in accordance with this policy.
Salary : $20 - $25
