Surg Material & Supply Liaison

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Advocate Health in the United States is seeking a part-time Surgical Services Supply Specialist to maintain inventory systems and collaborate with Purchasing. The role involves unpacking and transporting supplies, maintaining PAR levels, and ensuring a clean, organized work area.

Requires 3-5 years of hospital supply experience, medical terminology knowledge, strong communication, and CPR certification. Hours are 20 per week, Monday–Friday, with a pay range that reflects part-time scheduling.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ previous experience maintaining and ordering supplies in a hospital setting.
• CPR certification and ability to work in a surgical environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory systems for surgical services.
• Unpacks and transports supplies to Surgery and Anesthesia Work room.
• Keeps supply area clean, organized and properly labeled.
• Maintains PAR levels and tracks supplies using manual and computerized systems.
• Supports staff and collaborates with Purchasing to optimize costs.

Skills

Communication skills

Following directions

Computer experience

Working independently

Medical terminology

CPR certification

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Department: 37703 Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital - Surgery Room

Status: Part time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 20

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday-Friday 0800-1630

Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20

Major Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory systems for surgical services
  • 1)Works closely with the Purchasing and Receiving Department ensuring orders and deliveries.
  • 2)Collaborates with the purchasing department on supply acquisitions.
  • 3)Collaborates with purchasing to find alternative sources for back ordered items.
  • 4)Unpack and Transport of supplies to Surgery and Anesthesia Work room.
  • 5)Follows up with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
  • 6)Collaborates with service line team leaders for consignment PAR levels based on patient volumes.
  • 7)May have to arrange for courier to urgently pick up or deliver surgical products.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • 1)Maintains clean, neat work areas.
  • 2)Store and displays supplies so they are neat, accessible and easily identifiable.
  • 3)All paper work is organized and filed appropriately.
  • 4)Cleaning of equipment, and defrosting of bone freezer as necessary.
  • 5)Room rounding and maintenance of log book.
  • 6)Communication of all ECRI Management recalls.
  • 7)Broken equipment/repair maintenance.
  • 8)Copier equipment/printer maintenance.
  • 9)OR locker room management.
  • 10)Cooling vests and lead apron management.
• Maintains tracks and reorders supplies utilizing both manual and computerized systems
  • 1)Lawson ordering and processing for anesthesia and OR supplies as needed.
  • 2)Surgi-track coordination.
  • 3)Process bill only (pre-IPM) and (post-IPM).
  • 4)Informs staff of new item, back orders and deletion of supplies.
  • 5)Maintains knowledge of new supplies.
  • 6)Ensures supplies are put away properly.
  • 7)Purchase order issuance for non-stock.
• Provides support to the Surgical Services Staff
  • 1)Collaborates with the Business Manager & OR Manager to obtain the most competitive capitol request quotes prior to placing orders.
  • 2)Partners with Surgical Team Leaders to maintain compliance with conforming products when evaluating new products.
  • 3)Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility for change.
  • 4)Demonstrates reliability for attendance and punctuality.
  • 5)Maintains proper PAR levels of stock in the Anesthesia Work Room.
  • 6)Obtains supplies and Instrumentation for the staff as needed.
  • 7)Supports open communication; and actively participates in staff meetings.
  • 8)Collaborates with Sterile Processing in acquiring supplies as needed.
  • 9)Observes department and hospital policies, and regulatory requirements.
  • 10)May have to transport specimens to pathology.
• Participates in cost savings opportunities
  • 1)Pursues cost savings opportunities.
  • 2)Utilizes the buying agreements in product selections.
  • 3)Participates in Value analysis team.
  • 4)Participates in QI efforts.
  • 5)Works with vendors in returning or exchanging overstock items.

Education/Experience Required

3-5 years’ previous experience maintaining and ordering of supplies. Previous hospital experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Good communication skills.
• Ability to follow directions.
• Computer experience.
• Working independently.
• Medical terminology.
• High school diploma.
• Current CPR.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to transport supplies and specimens to all areas of the hospital.
• Contact with blood/body fluids.
• TB test yearly.
• Hepatitis vaccine.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergent situations.
• Strength and dexterity to handle equipment.
• Heavy lifting up to 35 lbs.

Our Commitment to You

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview).

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care.