SURGICAL SERVICES IMPLANT COORDINATOR

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

PTO & holidays

On-site childcare

Wage increases

Merit increases

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center is seeking an Inventory Clerk in the Operating Room to maintain par levels on stocked implants and coordinate with the Supply Chain Manager to ensure timely availability. The role includes data entry, returns processing, and collaboration with Central Sterile and vendors.

Preferred experience with surgical supplies is recommended; a High School Diploma and 1–3 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 1-3 years or greater.

Responsibilities

• Maintains par level on stocked implants while balancing inventory turns and on-hand supplies.
• Identifies and evaluates slow-moving stock; coordinates with Supply Chain Manager to keep inventory current and par levels.
• Provides data entry charges and adjustments for all surgical and angio procedures; maintains confidentiality of vital patient information.
• Initiates revenue analysis review of surgical cases meeting review criteria at time of case posting.
• Returns implants promptly and keeps documentation regarding returns.
• Adds new item numbers for new products; forwards numbers to Central Sterile Clinical Manager and CDM Coordinator.
• Coordinates changes in implant type with preference list coordinators.
• Uses OR management and Materials Management software to project implant needs and minimize handling/shipping costs.
• Maintains communication with manufacturers and Materials Management and Central Sterile regarding implant supplies, back orders and vendor returns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

1-3 years of experience

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!

BENEFITS

UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent
  
• Experience
  1 year to three (3) years or greater of experience
  

Preferred

• Experience
  Previous experience working with surgical supplies preferred.
  

JOB DUTIES

• Maintains par level on stocked implants while balancing maximum inventory turns with having supplies on hand to meet need.
• Identifies and evaluates slow moving stock. Coordinates with Supply Chain Manager to keep inventory current & manage par levels.
• Provides data entry charges and adjustments for all surgical and angio procedures. Maintains confidentiality of vital patient information.
• Initiates revenue analysis review of surgical cases meeting review criteria at time of case posting.
• Returns implants without delay. Keeps complete documentation regarding returns.
• Adds new item numbers for new products brought into Operating Room. Forwards new items numbers to Central Sterile Clinical Manager and CDM Coordinator.
• Effectively coordinates changes in implant type, make, etc with preference list coordinators.
• Utilizes OR management software and Materials Management software to identify and project implant needs to assure availability of implants for surgical cases while minimizing implant handling/ shipping costs.
• Maintains ongoing communication with manufacturers and Materials Management and Central Sterile regarding implant supplies, back orders and vendor returns.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.