Program Specialist Value Analysis

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

On-demand pay

Discounts directory

Identity protection

Retirement with match

Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids is seeking a Supply Expense Management specialist to drive value analysis across service lines, coordinating VAT processes, product trials, and implementations. You will work with clinicians to select products that balance efficacy, quality, safety and cost.

You will lead VAT meetings, address product concerns, and support the ongoing maturity of value analysis in a large health system, partnering with Sourcing, finance, and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Nursing
• 2 years of relevant experience in supply chain management or clinical registered nurse experience Required
• Previous project management experience Required
• LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire HIGHLY preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cost saving initiatives with Sourcing Specialists, financial analysts and managers/directors
• Within assigned service lines, manages Value Analysis Team (VAT) product request process, product trials and product implementation
• Owner of implementation/conversion process, coordinates with interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth integration of new products/processes including any pre-implementation trials
• Leads VAT team through identification of product value when considering efficacy, quality, safety and cost
• Works with physicians and other clinicians to identify approved products in support of existing Product Formulary and new requests
• Handles in-the-moment product concerns (i.e. Joint Commission inquiries, product safety concerns, recalls/substitutions, etc.)
• Advocates and ensures a voice for the end user considering all internal stakeholders while contributing to the overall maturity of Value Analysis at Corewell Health
• Responsible for the coordination, facilitation, preparation and execution of VAT meetings within assigned service line(s)

Skills

Supply chain management

Project management

RN experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, responsible for carrying out supply expense management initiatives and utilizing value analysis process on total annual spend amounts. Identifies and implements strategies to drive system standards, product quality and cost containment while reducing variation. Participates in the value analysis process to provide high quality, efficient and cost-effective products and services. Utilizes organization's methodology for analyzing product/service selection, utilization and costs.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate cost saving initiatives with Sourcing Specialists, financial analysts and managers/directors
• Within assigned service lines, manages Value Analysis Team (VAT) product request process, product trials and product implementation. May manage service lines' Patient Specific Requests (PSRs).
• Owner of implementation/conversion process, coordinates with interdisciplinary team to ensure smooth integration of new products/processes including any pre-implementation trials
• Leads VAT team through identification of product value when considering efficacy, quality, safety and cost
• Works with physicians and other clinicians to identify approved products in support of existing Product Formulary and new requests
• Handles in-the-moment product concerns (i.e. Joint Commission inquiries, product safety concerns, recalls/substitutions, etc.)
• Advocates and ensures a voice for the end user considering all internal stakeholders while contributing to the overall maturity of Value Analysis at Corewell Health
• Responsible for the coordination, facilitation, preparation and execution of VAT meetings within assigned service line(s)

Qualifications

• Required Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Nursing
• 2 years of relevant experience in supply chain management or clinical registered nurse experience Required
• Previous project management experience Required
• LIC-Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire HIGHLY preferred

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Sitting: Frequently
• Standing: Occasionally
• Walking: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom
• Handling: Occasionally
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Seldom
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Seldom
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Consolidated Service Center West - 2925 Walkent Ct NW - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Procurement Value Analysis - Corporate

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.