O.R. Material Svcs Specialist

Job Description

ECU Health

About ECU Health Medical Center

ECU Health Medical Center, one of four academic medical centers in North Carolina, is the 974-bed flagship hospital for ECU Health and serves as the primary teaching hospital for The Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health Medical Center has achieved Magnet® designation twice and provides acute and intermediate care, rehabilitation and outpatient health services to a 29-county region that is home to more than 1.4 million people.

Position Summary

The OR Materials Service Specialist is responsible for assisting in ordering, receiving, and maintaining a sufficient inventory of supplies and instruments, etc.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Selects appropriate vendors when purchasing items for the Operating Room . Maintains records for all purchases in the Operating Room.
• Uses computer system in ordering and receiving items. Pe1forms price check on items.
• Performs cycle counts on inventory. Assists with year-end inventory.
• Receives supplies/equipment from vendors; checks packing slips and reconcile differences
• between items on packing slips. Resolves backorders from vendors. Returns damaged items to vendors. Orders specialty items when needed.
• Sends broken instruments to vendors for repair.
• Obtains and process loaner equipment to be used within the facility.
• Coordinates with Bio-Med to have new and loaner equipment checked in upon arrival to the facility.
• Assist in the process for new equipment evaluation when needed
• Coordinates the installation or expansion of PYXIS units.
• Manages the console item Master for new supplies in the PYXIS.
• Manages the standard inventories on  all PYXIS stations.
• Runs and reviews batch reports.
• Monitors proper operation of the PYXIS system.
• Communicates with OR Material Service Supervisor regarding PYXIS activities, policies and procedures.
• Distributes stock to specific services.
• Assists in maintaining OR Storage Room in a clean and orderly state.
• Assists OR Materials Service Supervisor in preparing reports, operational and capital budget.
• Maintains cost control for OR Materials.
• Adheres to guidelines in the confidentiality statement.
• Attends meeting with and in the absence of the OR Materials Service Supervisor.
• Reviews and checks for expired items in Pyxis and OR supply areas on a monthly basis.
• PARTICIPATES  IN  QUALITY  IMPROVEMENT  (QI) ACTIVITIES:
  • Changes practice behavior as a result of QI data.
  • Identifies  opportunities  for improvement.
  • Participates in problem  resolution activities
  • Participates in data collection per unit QI Plan.
• PARTICIPATES IN EDUCATION OF SELF AND OTHERS
  • Attends staff development  programs and  utilizes educational  resources to meet unit and individual objectives.
  • Functions as a preceptor/clinical coach for specific services.
  • Maintains core and divisional/unit-based competencies, as described in the divisional competency plan.
  • Fulfills mandatory educational  requirements annually, included  but not limited  to:
  • JCAHO/OSHA  Competency
  • Unit specific skills
  • Occupational  Health Screening
  • Presents professional image.
• PROVIDES LEADERSHIP
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Follows hospital policies and procedures
  • Adheres to current infection control and universal precaution polices.
  • Supports the philosophy of nursing to ensure quality patient care
  • Knowledge of job description
• Contributes to Problem-Solving
• Contributes to problem  identification and  solution.
• Reports unit-related  problems  using the  appropriate chain of command.
• Interpersonal  Relations  and Communications
• Listens to the ideas, opinions, and feelings of others.
• Gives and  receives constructive feedback.
• Recognizes and intervenes when personal conflicts have the potential to interfere with patient care.
• Works effectively with others in a team approach
• Demonstrates Service Excellence behaviors:
  • Personal
  • Effective Communication
  • Initiative
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Accountability
  • Flexibility
  • Stress Management
  • Self- directed with limited supervision
  • Interpersonal  Relationship skills

Minimum Requirements

• High School or greater degree is required- or higher.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required
• Preferred Requirements: 
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills, verbal and written
  • Ability to communicate and work effectively with all levels of staff
  • Project positive behavior to department staff, team members and guests as evidenced by direct observation and feedback from others.
  • Individual should have high energy with the ability to organize/prioritize workload.
  • Working knowledge and experience with PC-based applications, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
  • Ability to function as a team member and execute the desired outcomes
  • Must exhibit creative, positive problem-solving abilities
  • Ability to foster collaboration between multiple parties
  • Ability to effectively present ideas and concepts to groups
  • Ability to think conceptually and apply concepts in a practical application
  • Ability to assimilate information from a variety of sources, analyze information, and determine a course of action
  • Ability to consider diverse opinions
  • Commitment to a high standard of customer service
  • Zero to two years related experience

Other Information

• Afternoon/Evenings Position
  • Monday-Friday Shifts 230P-11P
  • Rotating Weekend Shifts 630A-7P or 630P-7A
• No On-Call 
• Rotating Weekends and Holidays 
• Career Growth Opportunities Available 
• Great Benefits 

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

Contact Information

For additional information, please contact:

Braeton Grady, Talent Acquisition Consultant

ECU Health Talent Acquisition

Email: [email protected]