<p>Employment Type:</p> <p>Full time</p> <p>Shift:</p> <p>Day Shift</p> <p>Description:</p> <p>Come join our Supply Chain team at Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England!</p> <p>This position is based in the OR at the CT Joint Replacement Institute (CJRI)</p> <p>Position Purpose</p> <p>Assures seamless day to day operations for adequate supply/implant levels, equipment in good working condition and surgeons' specialized requests. The Materials Coordinator communicates any interruption in supply and assures appropriate substitute is acceptable and ready for use. Works with CJRI Medical Director and Executive Director to identify and launch cost saving opportunities. Works with vendors to obtain capital and operational proposals and submits these and all supply charges in a timely manner.</p> <p>What you will do</p> <ul> <li> <p>Manage supply chain processes with CJRI to ensure optimal service standards are met</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain adequate supply levels via communication with vendors, managing purchasing and inventory, and overseeing the order process for implants and supplies</p> </li><li> <p>Request proposals from various manufacturers and distributors for supplies and equipment</p> </li><li> <p>Liaise with department safety and training officers to remain abreast of departmental issues and training opportunities</p> </li><li> <p>Monitor performance of the materials management system by reviewing reports of purchasing, warehousing, and inventory activity, while recommending corrective action to ensure cost effective materials management</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate productive hours, space, equipment and expense as they related to materials department</p> </li><li> <p>Support the Orthopedic Service Line by working with the leaders in the Spine OR, CJRI Pre-PACU and CJRI Inpatient area to assure their supply needs are met</p> </li></ul> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <ul> <li> <p>Certified Surgical Technician, Sterile Processing Technician, Operating Room (OR) Nurse (Bachelor's prepared) or other candidate with experience in materials management in an OR setting (orthopedic OR preferred)</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum 3 years OR experience preferably in Orthopedics; one year in Materials Management and inventory control preferred</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of cost effective procurement methods, efficient storage operations, inventory management involving medical supplies, durable medical equipment, and other commodities normally used in a large hospital</p> </li></ul> <p>Position Highlights and Benefits</p> <ul> <li> <p>Full time 40hrs M-F days</p> </li><li> <p>Great Benefits & Health Insurance Coverage - starting day 1!</p> </li></ul> <p>Ministry/Facility Information</p> <p>Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.</p> <p>Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion</p> <p>Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.</p>