Emory Healthcare

Verifies the acceptability of substituted items with the appropriate Patient Care Coordinator or Team Leader.. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required.. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option.. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law.. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

materials coordinator

Overview Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Description KEY RESPONSIBILITES: <ul><li>Establishes and monitors systems for inventorying and ordering prostheses, implantable devices and other specialty supplies used in surgery.</li><li>Responsible for coordinating supply processes for all units within Perioperative Services.</li><li>Coordinates ordering, maintenance, and repair of operating room equipment to ensure equipment is available and functioning properly during surgical procedures.</li><li>Coordinates repairs with Medical Engineering and Facilities Management.</li><li>Coordinates loaning or borrowing of equipment and supplies for surgical procedures.</li><li>Coordinates with Environmental Services to ensure a clean working environment in the Operating Room and supply areas.</li><li>Coordinates with OR Information Systems to ensure that any products or items obtained from the operating room and used in the patient's care are charged appropriately.</li><li>Approves purchase orders within established scope of responsibility. Expedites back orders as required.</li><li>Verifies the acceptability of substituted items with the appropriate Patient Care Coordinator or Team Leader.</li><li>Coordinates the evaluation of new products by appropriate operating room, perioperative services and purchasing staff members.</li><li>Facilitates communication between vendors and Patient Care Coordinators, Team Leaders, and Nurse Managers.</li><li>Monitors invoices and resolves any price discrepancies.</li><li>Monitors service contracts to ensure specifications are met.</li><li>Obtains quotes from vendors to assist in developing the capital budget.</li><li>May supervise or direct the work of temporary and/or regular employees assisting with the supply processes.</li><li>Assists in maintaining departmental databases, researches product prices, enters records into the computer, and corrects erroneous entries to ensure databases are kept accurate and current.</li><li>Performs other related duties as required. </li></ul>Minimum Qualifications <ul><li>A high school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>Experience using personal computers. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications <ul><li>Two years of experience in hospital materials management or working with operating room supplies. </li></ul>Environmental Factors Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

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