Medical Asset Specialist (Full Time, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Miami, FL

About The Position

Responsible for evaluation of locations and recommends equipment to be purchased for new medical departments, major renovations, and expansion of existing medical locations. Assists the leader with the selection of medical equipment and related systems. Administers and reviews purchasing agreements, purchase order process, SOW’s, and proposals for Clinical Engineering. Compiles and analyzes financial reports and tracks of department budget expenses throughout the fiscal year. Responsible for the acquisition of medical equipment quotes for Miami Children’s Health System.

Requirements

2- 3 years of healthcare and or/clinical experience
Prior experience with contract management and proficient in financial analysis, contract development, contract standards, and language
Prior experience with purchasing healthcare equipment and/or healthcare IT systems
Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, MS Project, and Visio)
Knowledge of hospital and clinic procedures and department functions
Able to use a variety of databases
Able to complete all necessary assignments within project deadlines
Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other personnel and the public
Ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions
Ability to successfully handle stressful situations efficiently and effectively
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and to manage multiple projects
Excellent customer service skills
Good oral and written communications skills
Strong organizational skills; Excellent attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Engineering, Health Care Administration, Public Health, or related field preferred
Prior work experience with medical equipment coordination and/or procurement experience preferred.
Knowledge of medical equipment for clinics and hospital facilities

Responsibilities

Facilitates meetings with medical personnel to establish appropriate placement and use of medical equipment for patient care.
Evaluates, locates and recommends equipment to be purchased for new medical facilities, major renovations and expansion of existing medical facilities.
Identifies and evaluates equipment in place to determine potential reuse; identifies obsolete, inappropriate, malfunctioning or unneeded equipment.
Responsible for receiving medical equipment quotes for Miami Children’s Health System and ensures that purchase price is the most cost effective.
Administers and/or reviews purchasing agreements, purchase order process, SOW’s and proposals for Clinical Engineering.
Assists in the procurement and installation of medical and clinical equipment for all Clinical Engineering projects. Serves as a vendor liaison.
Conducts post-occupancy evaluation and reviews use of space and equipment.
Assists in development of project schedules and estimates costs. Prepares project status reports, monitors progress and updates leaders as needed.
Evaluates and tracks detail expenses on all activities.
Interacts with user clients and vendors to identify specific system requirements, problems, and assists with resolutions.
Acts as primary resource to internal and external department team members regarding clinical and medical equipment ongoing projects.
Analyzes financial reports, looks for discrepancies and keeps tracks of department budget expenses throughout the fiscal year
Ensures compliance with regulatory agency and other regulatory standards for equipment installation and use.
Researches emerging technology trends and develops relationships with vendors to remain current with latest technologies.