Sterile Processing Coordinator - Sterile Processing Dept. Main

University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of administrative functions for the Sterile Processing department. Coordinates purchasing inventory for Operating Room. Work often requires detailed knowledge of area specific knowledge of the interdepartmental needs between SPD and the OR environment and the application and interpretation of organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Responsibilities include but not limited to customer service replenishing stock par-level management receiving conducting cycle counts running specific inventory reports and analyzing data. Responsible for reconciling discrepancies explaining/solving inventory variances and processing special order requests. Coordinates the supply inventory of OR instruments, implants, or supplies within Sterile Processing. Works with vendors to ensure the procurement of high-quality merchandise expedient delivery and dependable service at optimum price. Handles purchasing personnel and special projects. Coordinates work unit quality assurance program. Develops and maintains effective professional practices and procedures. Performs area-specific support activities. Reviews stock levels in the department to ensure stock availability. Verifies and inspects incoming supplies for discrepancies and visible damage. Performs cycle counting and resolves inventory discrepancies. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• 1 year relevant experience in purchasing/inventory management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of administrative functions for the Sterile Processing department.
• Coordinates purchasing inventory for Operating Room.
• Customer service
• Replenishing stock
• Par-level management
• Receiving
• Conducting cycle counts
• Running specific inventory reports and analyzing data.
• Reconciling discrepancies
• Explaining/solving inventory variances
• Processing special order requests.
• Coordinates the supply inventory of OR instruments, implants, or supplies within Sterile Processing.
• Works with vendors to ensure the procurement of high-quality merchandise expedient delivery and dependable service at optimum price.
• Handles purchasing personnel and special projects.
• Coordinates work unit quality assurance program.
• Develops and maintains effective professional practices and procedures.
• Performs area-specific support activities.
• Reviews stock levels in the department to ensure stock availability.
• Verifies and inspects incoming supplies for discrepancies and visible damage.
• Performs cycle counting and resolves inventory discrepancies.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Long-term and Short-term Disability
• Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

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