Buyer

PURPOSE STATEMENT

Purchase materials, supplies and equipment as directed, consistent with hospital practices and standards.

Essential Functions

• Aid co-workers in performing their duties when appropriate.
• Maintain an effective rapport with all external and internal customers, including patients, medical staff, and all medical center personnel.
• Handle telephone communication with courtesy, accuracy, and respect for confidentiality.
• Support the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Educational requirement: High school diploma or equivalent.
• College level courses in business or marketing are desirable, but previous experience as a buyer in a hospital setting can substitute for these courses.
• Typing skills and computer literacy are desired.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work within the established policies, procedures, and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Must be able to sit and stand, intermittently for 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits, and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.