LOCATION: Columbia, Missouri

ABOUT THE JOB

The Coordinator, Surgical Supply will maintain and monitor medical supply inventories in the Surgical Services Department. Assist with the facilitation of capital purchases and purchases for new surgeons. Monitor supply formulary, supply standardization, and evaluation of cost-effectiveness of new supplies and equipment. Function as point of contact for supply vendor representatives.

SALARY RANGE $19.15 - $30.23

SHIFT Monday - Friday 6:00am to 2:30pm

ABOUT US

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you will be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives and supporting our team members to achieve their personal and professional goals. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility, and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• Health, vision, and dental insurance coverage starting day one
• Generous paid leave and paid time off, including 9 paid holidays
• Multiple retirement options, including 100% match up to 8% and full vesting in three years
• Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels, and more.
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate special order procurement for obtaining surgical implants, equipment, and supplies that are imperative in the day-to-day functioning of an operating room. Maintain responsibility for monitoring the service and repair of equipment.
• Coordinate and perform analysis of new supplies when requested for patient care.
• Coordinate the purchase and tracking of capital equipment for the department.
• Work with hospital departments to plan and control equipment and supply acquisition and inventory control.
• Meet and confer with outside vendors and sales representatives from outside companies.
• Review complaints and problems arising from the procurement of materials, work to resolve such problems, and recommend appropriate action.
• May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities can be acquired.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of surgical services experience.

Supervisory experience.

Surgical Technologist or Sterile Processing certification.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.