Perioperative Supply Chain Specialist — On-Call

Kaiser Permanente; Downey, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, CA seeks a perioperative supply chain associate to manage inventories, restock disposables, and prepare surgical carts for operating rooms and Ambulatory Surgery Units. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to infection control and documentation standards.

You will work under supervision of the Supply Chain Manager/Director, maintain procedure cards, follow FIFO, and coordinate with nursing, procurement, and cost specialists to ensure timely orders

Qualifications

• Required six (6) months experience managing supplies in a perioperative environment (Ambulatory Surgery Unit and/or Operating Room, and/or Sterile Processing).
• Required six (6) months experience operating within a Supply Chain inventory management system.
• Successful completion of Blood borne Pathogens Awareness Training within 30 days of hire (KP Learn Module).
• Must pass Computer Navigation Assessment.
• Labor Management Partnership environment experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Reviews operating room schedule in advance to ensure proper supply levels.
• Stocks surgical carts for use during procedures.
• Inventory assigned supply areas for replenishment.
• Rotate stock using FIFO (first-in-first-out) method of inventory management.
• Fills requisitions from stock in storage areas.
• Maintains stocking levels in the OR and ASU suites.
• Inform staff on product conversions and substitutions.
• Work with Perioperative Cost Specialist, Procurement team, and service leads to ensure proper stocking levels and routine ordering.
• Escalate supply issues with Supply Chain Manager and involve clinicians when necessary.
• Maintain procedure cards and update during product conversions.
• Print supply forecast to prepare for future procedures.
• Dons protective equipment when necessary.
• Adheres to Infection Control standards and Healthconnect/OneLink systems.
• Maintain documentation and participate in competency programs.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Downey, CA seeks a perioperative supply chain associate to manage inventories, restock disposables, and prepare surgical carts for operating rooms and Ambulatory Surgery Units. The role emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and adherence to infection control and documentation standards.

You will work under supervision of the Supply Chain Manager/Director, maintain procedure cards, follow FIFO, and coordinate with nursing, procurement, and cost specialists to ensure timely orders