Unit Supplies Coordinator - Medical Device Reprocessing

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Winnipeg is seeking a dedicated individual for the position of Supply Chain Technician. The successful candidate will manage inventories of medical supplies, ensuring that operating rooms and wards are well-stocked. This role requires effective communication skills and proficiency in inventory management. If you have a strong background in supply acquisition and wish to contribute to healthcare, apply today!

Qualifications

• Two years of inventory control and supply acquisition experience in healthcare.
• Courses in inventory management and medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and adjusts quotas of medical and surgical supplies.
• Maintains inventories of medical and surgical supplies.
• Places stock and non-stock orders on computer.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High School Education

Basic Accounting

Tools

SAP

TDOC

Job description

Position Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Medical Device Reprocessing/Linen Services and Business Processes, the incumbent:

1. Establishes and adjusts quotas of medical and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and drugs required for ward and Operating Room (OR) trays.
2. Maintains inventories of medical and surgical supplies (Linen Room, Linen Services, Respiratory Processing, Medical Device Reprocessing - O.R. and Medical Device Reprocessing supplies) against pre-established quotas, adjusting orders to reflect varying demands of operating rooms and wards, including receiving and topping up inventory supplies in the Medical Device Reprocessing Distribution Centre.
3. Places stock and non-stock orders on computer to replenish inventories.
4. Prepares information for specialty supplies that are ordered annually and bi-annually, including required quantities, pricing from three companies, and ordering supplies.
5. Supports departmental variance analysis by analyzing expense code expenditures.

Experience

• Two years of inventory control and supply acquisition experience in a related healthcare setting, preferably an operating room, required.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Complete high school education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Courses in Basic Accounting required.
• Courses in inventory management and medical terminology preferred.

Special Training

• Successful completion of a recognized Sterile Processing Technician program is an asset. Knowledge of O.R. supplies is an asset.
• Proficient in the use of SAP & TDOC, with 2 years’ experience.
• Must complete recognized WHMIS training and participate in relevant seminars and on-the-job training.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in a Windows-based environment (basic level) required.
• Effective communication skills in English, verbally and in writing.
• Strong problem-solving skills essential.
• Preference given to those competent in an Indigenous language and/or with knowledge of Indigenous customs, traditions, and values.

Physical Requirements

• Extensive lifting, bending, squatting, and climbing when transferring stock.
• Periods of computer work.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends, and neighbours, please apply today.

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This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check, and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if obtained no more than six (6) months prior to employment start.

Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that together equal more than 1.0 FTE.

Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.