Ophthalmology OR Supply Technician: Fast-Paced Inventory

Socket.dev; Halifax; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Travel insurance

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Defined benefit pension

Job summary

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Supply Technician to coordinate purchasing, inventory management, and instrument repairs for the operating room. This role is under the Health Services Manager and the OR Product Coordinator in a fast-paced setting.

Position: temporary long-assignment, 75 hours biweekly, approximately 12 months. Hourly wage between CAD 24.34 and 27.54, with a benefits package including health and dental coverage and pension options.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Business Administration or Supply Chain Logistics or one year related experience.
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with Materials Management/SAP systems preferred.
• Experience in an OR environment preferred.
• Independent decision maker with strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate purchasing and acquisitioning of supplies, equipment and implants for the operating room.
• Manage inventory levels and coordinate instrument repairs and replacements.
• Liaise with vendors, the purchasing department and clinical staff.
• Support budgetary control and cost containment when possible.
• Work independently in a fast-paced, potentially stressful environment.

Skills

Independent decision maker

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

French (preferred)

Education

Diploma in Business Administration or Supply Chain Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Office

SAP

Job description

Nova Scotia Health is seeking a Supply Technician to coordinate purchasing, inventory management, and instrument repairs for the operating room. This role is under the Health Services Manager and the OR Product Coordinator in a fast-paced setting.

Position: temporary long-assignment, 75 hours biweekly, approximately 12 months. Hourly wage between CAD 24.34 and 27.54, with a benefits package including health and dental coverage and pension options.