Sr Supply Chain Materials Specialist (Full-Time)

Orthopaedic Management Services; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OrthoNebraska is seeking a Sr Supply Chain Materials Specialist to manage tissue/biologics inventory and pull cases for hospital and clinics. The role ensures inventory levels meet patient volumes, places requisitions, and oversees expiration management in line with Joint Commission standards.

The position requires 2+ years in medical/inventory roles with MMIS data entry experience; strong MS Office skills and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Sorts surgical case paperwork and scans into X drive
• Create requisitions as needed and forwards copies to vendor representatives
• Creates requisitions for surgical set implants for overnight delivery
• Inventory tissue/biologics and create requisitions for replacement
• Inspect and verify incoming implants against packing slips or other documents, report shortages, and reject damaged goods
• Promptly breakdown deliveries, sort and distribute supplies to the appropriate locations
• Log tissue/biologics into tracking program
• Scan and label incoming supplies
• Processes surgical casework and creating requisitions as needed
• Pull supplies for patient case carts
• Restocking specialty supply and implant carts
• Rotate and check supply and implant expiration dates
• Assist with Bi-annual cycle/inventory counts
• Looks for opportunities to standardize supplies
• Routinely assesses opportunities to reduce supply costs
• Train on MMIS application; completes data entry
• Engage with vendors and drivers with a positive and respectful attitude
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean environment
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities
• Attend and participate in department meetings
• Attend mandatory educational programs
• Comply with safety policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission and participate in hospital-wide safety activities
• Adjust to a fast-paced and quickly changing environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by your manager

Skills

MS Office

Independent work

Working under pressure

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Cross-training

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree preferred

Tools

MMIS system

Job description

Position Summary

The Sr Supply Chain Materials Specialist, manages inventory of tissue/biologics and pulls cases for OrthoNebraska Hospital and clinics. Maintains appropriate inventory levels to support the patient volumes and cases, places timely product requisitions, manages product expiration and maintains Joint Commission Standards.

Hours/Schedule

Mon - Fri, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Education

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College degree preferred.

Experience

• 2+ years of medical and inventory experience preferred.
• 1+ years of experience inputting and retrieving data from a computer and MMIS program

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, with minimal supervision
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong sense of time, urgency, and organization
• Ability to quickly prioritize tasks
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be a team player and can work with a variety of team members, including operating room staff, physicians, and vendors
• Willingness to cross-train on all aspects of the supply chain team

Essential Job Functions

• Sorts surgical case paperwork and scans into X drive
• Create requisitions as needed and forwards copies to vendor representatives
• Creates requisitions for surgical set implants for overnight delivery
• Inventory tissue/biologics and create requisitions for replacement
• Inspect and verify incoming implants against packing slips or other documents, report shortages, and reject damaged goods
• Promptly breakdown deliveries, sort and distribute supplies to the appropriate locations
• Log tissue/biologics into tracking program
• Scan and label incoming supplies
• Processes surgical casework and creating requisitions as needed
• Pull supplies for patient case carts
• Restocking specialty supply and implant carts
• Rotate and check supply and implant expiration dates
• Assist with Bi-annual cycle/inventory counts
• Looks for opportunities to standardize supplies
• Routinely assesses opportunities to reduce supply costs
• Train on MMIS application; completes data entry
• Engage with vendors and drivers with a positive and respectful attitude
• Maintain a safe, organized, and clean environment
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities
• Attend and participate in department meetings
• Attend mandatory educational programs
• Comply with safety policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission and participate in hospital-wide safety activities
• Adjust to a fast-paced and quickly changing environment
• Perform other duties as assigned by your manager

Physical requirements

• This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of up to 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and /or 10 to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are more than those for Light Work.
• Must be able to pass background check.
• We also conduct pre-employment physical and drug testing.
• Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical with a drug screen, background check and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.

Company Culture

OrthoNebraska creates the inspired healthcare experience all people deserve by giving a direct path to personalized care and life-enhancing outcomes. With a focus on safety and people, we set the bar high in providing high-quality care with an unmatched experience. Our team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work.

Company Culture

Routinely recognized as one of Omaha's top employers, OrthoNebraska is all about people. Our approach is grounded in collaboration. This means the physician, care team, support staff, patient, and caregivers work together to get patients back to what they love. Join the OrthoNebraska team, and work in a place where your ideas are celebrated and you have room to make your career journey your own.