MM Coordinator

Ochsner Clinic Foundation • Morton, IL

19h

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job plans, organizes, manages and controls activities related to operating room inventory management. Manages the tracking of inventory under the OR service unit leadership from acquisition to use or disposal. Develops, implements, and monitors strategies for supply cost reduction and utilization management. Develops, implements and manages the Lawson inventory system for the OR. Manages the supply inventory within the Surgical Information System and maintains accurate and up to date inventory and billing procedures in SSI. Fosters and maintains an effective relationship between the surgical team and materials management division. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• Education Required - High school diploma or equivalent.
• Work Experience Required - 5 years of experience in an inventory management or customer focused role in healthcare materials management. OR 3 years’ experience in an inventory management or customer focused role in healthcare materials management with a bachelor's degree.
• Knowledge of operating room supplies/medical products and computerized inventory systems.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a pre-programmed database.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to be self-directed and manage major projects with limited supervision.
• Ability to work variable hours.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains an effective supply management system.
• Provides effective management of processes for OR supply, inventory control and receiving.
• Ensures proper implementation and maintenance of the Lawson Supply Management System as it pertains to the OR.
• Ensures proper maintenance of the supply database and preference cards within SIS.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED