INVENTORY SPECIALIST MEDICAL - EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

Salary Range: $21.8400 - $33.5900 /hour. Actual compensation may vary based on geographic location, work experience, skill level, and education.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Sr. Inventory Medical Specialist will manage daily operations associated with the procurement and management of all stock and non-stock (e.g. new, single use, contract conversion) supplies utilized by the department. Will work closely with to ensure supplies are maintained at full par levels, with a focus on continuous process improvement. Manages the acquisition, storage, flow and tracking of all products. Engages in procuring, tracking, maintaining and safeguarding operating room (OR) supplies. Collaborates with customers and supply chain staff to identify optimal sources for all OR related products. Oversees inventory management for an entire OR such as Newport Surgery Center or HHI.

EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT

Receives and processes supply and special-order request, replenishes specialty kits, physician’s trays, special packs. Performs par level supply stocking for department. Ensures necessary paperwork is available, pathways, consents, order sets, etc. Instructs on cleaning and reprocessing various medical equipment. Distribution of supplies and equipment as needed. Participates in continuous quality improvement processes. Creates and maintains department Census. Assist in design of department expansion projects and improvements. Manage department’s physical resources including equipment, supplies, instruments, furniture, etc.

Job Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Diveristy: Demonstrates ability to work with a diverse group of people in a manner that enables them to reach their full potential, in pursuit of organizational objectives.
• Technology & Equipment Skills: Maintains knowledge of technology, tools, equipment and other devices in work area. Demonstrates competence in technology skills required for the role, as well as ability to learn and master new skills. For clinical positions this includes equipment and devices pertinent to treatment, procedures and practice.
• Infection Control: Follows all policies and procedures in place within the department and organization to minimize the risk of spreading infections. 
• Inerpersonal Skills: Listens to and understands what others are saying. Establishes effective working relationships with others, contributing to a climate of mutual respect and cooperation. Uses language to the situation. Demonstrates sensitivity and tact, understanding own effect on the motivation, attitudes and actions of others. Makes favorable first impressions.
• Job Knowledge: Demonstrates full knowledge and understanding of concepts and procedures needed to be successful in the role, including knowledge of applicable department, organization and external rules and regulations impacting day to day processes. For clinical positions, this includes clinical procedures required by department and unit, as demonstrated by unit -based competency testing. 
• Oral/Written Communication: Ability to speak and write effectively, demonstrates fundamental command of language, communicates well using all mediums.
• Travel: Position may require local travel between various Organization locations.
• Uses resources, equipment and finances appropriately. Demonstrates the functional and technical skills to do the job effectively. Willing and actively shares his/her knowledge with others. Accepts changes and adapts to new situations and responsibilities. 
• Delivers superior customer service consistent with the Hoag Experience. Displays a professional image. Demonstrates tact, diplomacy and understanding when dealing with difficult situations. Listens and asks questions in order to understand patient and customer needs. Builds relationships with internal customers and employees. Admits mistakes and takes service recovery steps to ensure any issues or problems are quickly addressed. Ensures that all information and services provided are safe, accurate, and available in a timely manner and meet regulatory requirements. 
• Brings forth creative ideas (one's own or others) to address patient, physician, customer, and community needs. Looks for creative or new ways to improve efficiencies and reduce costs. Adopts new processes, techniques and methods. Stays current with technologies and advances in his/her area, department and/or field. 
• Demonstrates honest and ethical behavior.  Takes responsibility for both words and actions.  Acts with integrity.  Maintains patient confidentiality. Demonstrates knowledge of and practices the standards outlined in Hoag’s Code of Conduct as well as additional regulatory or compliance policies applicable to job responsibilities, including cyber security organizational policies.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent work experience.

More than 2 years of inventory management experience in a hospital environment and knowledge of the functionality and use of automated inventory control systems.

Able to oversee inventory management for an entire OR such as Newport Surgery Center or Hoag Hospital NB/Irvine

Ability to understand and apply effective strategies for increasing overall operational efficiency and cost reduction outcomes with respect to OR supply chain inventory. Identify compliance deficiencies and/or systemic weaknesses and implement timely corrective action to forestall or remedy

Valid California driver’s license for those who are authorized to operate Hoag vehicles

Hoag is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Hoag is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Hoag hires a diverse group of people in a manner that allows them to reach their full potential in the pursuit of organizational objectives.