OR Materials Coordinator

About the role

DMC Harper University Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. DMC Harper University Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure. Located in Detroit, Michigan. Full-time, day shift.

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily activities of personnel who maintain the purchase and distribution of OR materials, supplies, equipment and special purchases;
• coordinates repair and replacement of defective equipment;
• monitors usage and storage of supplies;
• assists in identifying quantity and quality for OR purchases.
• Acts as liaison to purchasing, central supply department and OR with respect to inventory control.
• Orders, receives and checks in surgical instruments and equipment and supplies for the surgical suite.
• Ensures all orders are accurately complete and have appropriate authorization.
• Identifies and maintains appropriate inventory.*
• Takes appropriate action for repair, maintenance or replacement of equipment and surgical instruments.
• Ensures safety, checks for all equipment prior to initial use are completed as appropriate.
• Monitors monthly Hazard Alerts and recall sheets.
• May monitor sterilization procedure and records.*
• Maintains relevant records for equipment, instruments and supplies.*
• Participates in the ongoing maintenance of an automated computer system for ordering supplies and tracking stock and non-stock items.
• Works with general support of purchasing department to keep the computer item file database current and in agreement with the master database in purchasing.*
• Meets with sales reps and service personnel; follows up on repairs and equipment.
• May collaborate with Purchasing Department to develop contracts and vendor discounts.*
• Assists in preparation of dept budget and provides justification for expenses exceeding budget.
• Provide input in capital and manpower budget for areas of responsibility.
• Maintains filed reports upon request to keep department management personnel informed of inventory status and budget performance.*
• Performs other duties as assigned.*

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in Science or Business preferred.
• Three to five years progressively more responsible OR technician experience preferred.

Skills

• Organizational and analytical skills necessary to provide supplies and equipment for efficient utilization in an OR services department and to monitor performance regarding budgetary standards.
• Able to interpret financial statements and monthly hospital reports.
• Interpersonal skills to interact productively with a wide variety of people including medical staff, hospital personnel, outside vendors, and to effectively lead subordinate personnel, as appropriate.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate a computer terminal and maintain related records.
• Able to lift, push, pull heavy equipment and supplies; stoop, crouch, reach while standing and moving in order to transfer equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of OR supplies and equipment (how and why used), familiar with requisitioning, ordering, distributing and inventory procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.
• Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Schedule

Full-time, day shift.