Operating Room Materials Technician

Responsibilities

• Materials Management – 70%
  • Create and manage pars within the operating room.
  • Maintain established supply chain metrics and communicate key supply chain information such as supply availability.
  • Utilize handheld devices to perform par counts.
  • Perform physical receipt of goods and validate shipping against packing slip.
  • Coordinate deliveries and vendor-managed pars (e.g., linen) with contracted suppliers.
  • Manage outstanding requisition approvals, backorders, and outstanding receipts by executing respective queries in the procurement system on a daily or weekly basis.
  • Manage RTVs (returns to vendor).
  • Enter asset information into asset management system upon receipt of capital equipment, when needed.
  • Rotate and stock product based on a first in, first out model.
• Budget – 20%
  • Support the budget planning process by conducting product research and providing information.
  • Manage inventory levels per budget dollars allocated.
  • Meet regularly with operations to review budget overages or shortfalls.
• Communication – 10%
  • Review product recall alerts and take required action within specified timeframes.
  • Communicate product recalls to affected departments.
  • Partner with operations to identify alternate/substitute products.
  • Communicate product backorders as directed.

Requirements

• Work Experience: 2 or more years of applicable experience.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED (Required).

Preferred Qualifications

• Skills in materials management and organization.
• Competency with supply management systems.

Additional Job Requirements

• Remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
• Adapt to changing priorities quickly and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail.
• Operate computer programs and software.
• Communicate effectively with audiences in person and electronically.
• Day-to-day contact with co-workers and/or the public.
• Make independent decisions.
• Work collaboratively in close quarters with peers and varying interruptions.

Working Conditions

• Environment: Hospital setting.
• Travel Requirements: No travel required.
• Physical Demands: Heavy: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Pay

Premier’s internal salary range for this role is $42,000 - $63,000. Final salary is dependent upon several market factors including departmental budgets, internal equity, education, unique skills/experience, and geographic location.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401k retirement program.
• Paid time off.
• Participation in Premier’s employee incentive plans.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Perks and discounts.
• Access to on-site and online exercise classes.

About Premier

Premier is recognized for its commitment to ethics, workplace excellence, and industry leadership:

• Granted World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere (2008-2026).
• Named Best Companies to Work For by U.S. News & World Report (2023, 2024, 2025).
• Accredited by Forbes: America’s Best Management Consulting Firms (2024-2025).
• Awarded Best in Business Awards: Consultants- Healthcare Management by Modern Healthcare.
• Cigna Workforce Designation Gold Level Recipient (2016-2023, 2025).

Premier is transforming the healthcare industry by fostering a culture of critical thinkers who drive impactful change. The organization values agility, continuous learning, and a commitment to improving national health.