Clinical Supplies Specialist - Supply Chain Management (Full-Time / Days)

Texas Health Resources•Plano, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Management Department at Texas Health Center for Diagnostic Surgery is seeking a dedicated Clinical Supplies Specialist. This role is crucial for maintaining appropriate inventory levels, ordering necessary supplies, and ensuring accurate charging and billing for the assigned area. The specialist will collaborate with various departments, including Buyers and Finance, to resolve pricing discrepancies and manage returns and credits. This position offers opportunities for growth within a diverse, team-oriented department that fosters a strong culture of collaboration.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
2 years of materials management experience including at least 6 months in an acute care hospital setting required
Extensive knowledge of supply chain management; accurate inventories, negotiations, report interpretation.
Project management skills.
Coordinate planning of supply chain contracts.
General knowledge of financial management accounting, strong presentation skills, extensive PC proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite: PowerPoint & Excel.
Compile and summarize statistical data, using departmental database tools
Efficient in database querying.
Ability to design financial management reports in tandem with analysis and forecasting of supply expense.
Usage of basic office equipment e.g. telephone, fax, copier; knowledge and usage of business software applications such as Microsoft Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills, professional presentation and positive disposition.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or some college preferred
1 year of OR, Cath Lab or large hospital Materials Management department preferred
2 years of Clinical Supplies Specialist experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Maintaining appropriate inventory levels for the assigned area.
Orders all necessary supplies for the assigned area.
Responsible for issuing requisitions for the department to ensure appropriate charging/billing.
Works with appropriate leadership groups to ensure conversions and compliance to system decisions for standardization.
Works with Buyers, Finance department and individual team members to resolve pricing and discrepancies in a timely manner.
Handles returns and credits for assigned area, assisting with paperwork for completion of any discrepancy or issue.
Complete other duties as assigned