OR Materials Coordinator

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.

Benefit Statement:

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
•    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

Job Summary

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.

1.    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.*

2.    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.*

3.    Maintains relevant records for equipment, instruments and supplies.*

4.    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.*

5.    Meets with sales reps and service personnel; follows up on repairs and equipment.  May collaborate with Purchasing Department to develop contracts and vendor discounts.*

6.    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.*

7.    Performs other duties as assigned.*

* The essential functions of this job include but are not limited to those marked with an asterisk.

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

Skills Required

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. Visual acuity and manual dexterity to operate a computer terminal and maintain related records.

4. Able to lift, push, pull heavy equipment and supplies; stoop, crouch, reach while standing and moving in order to transfer equipment and supplies.

5. Knowledge of OR supplies and equipment (how and why used), familiar with requisitioning, ordering, distributing and inventory procedures.

Facility Description

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.

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