What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager - Patient Food Service (Full-Time, M-F 7A-3:30P) position at Washington Regional Medical System?
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Description
Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values
Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for four consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,400 team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.
Position Summary
The role of the Purchasing Manager reports to the Director of Nutrition Services. This position is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of the purchasing and inventory management of the nutrition services department.
Essential Position Responsibilities
- Ensure all areas of the department meet standards established by Washington Regional and all local, state, and federal regulations
- Provide leadership and direction in accordance with organization goals and objectives
- Promote team building, trust, and respect in every aspect of the organization
- Establish education and training programs to support staff development and promote a multifunctional team
- Maintain culture of safety and recommend workflow changes, as appropriate
- Ensure that all Washington Regional policies and procedures are effectively communicated to and implemented by all staff
- Participate in recruitment efforts including interviewing, hiring, and handling complex personnel issues
- Partner with the Retail Manager and Nutrition Manager to develop meal plans
- Provide performance optimization strategies as it relates to patient satisfaction
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED, required. Certified Dietary Manager, required.
- Licensure and Certifications: Certified Dietary Manager and ServSafe required within 6 months.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years’ experience in a previous culinary role, required. Previous experience in a supervisory or management role, preferred.
Work Environment: This position will spend 80% of time standing while pushing, pulling, lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. This position will spend 20% of time sitting while performing work in a standard office environment.
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