VA Consultant- Illinois/Indiana

Trinity Health • Livonia, MI

5d • $75,592 - $6,113,389 • Hybrid

About The Position

In accordance with the Mission and Guiding Behaviors; the Value Analysis Consultant is responsible for the implementation and ongoing management of the Value Analysis process within a framework of quality and safety focusing on appropriate utilization of supplies and services. Works with key stakeholders to identify and direct supply related requests for cardio-vascular, surgical services and all other clinical areas to achieve safe patient care while improving product quality and cost of goods. Collaborates with Ministry stakeholders as well as local and system leadership to develop effective cost reduction strategic and implementation plans.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree or higher in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in a health care related role with experience directly related to supply chain, value analysis, clinical supply expense management, or sourcing.
• Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of clinical products, Supply Chain management principles and practices as normally acquired through work experience.

Nice To Haves

• LPN, LVN or RN work experience
• Professional clinical certification acquired through an accredited program

Responsibilities

• Managing activities for the assigned area or function, including daily staffing assignments and levels as applicable.
• Grow and sustain Value Analysis operations.
• Identify, lead, and embrace change.
• Hold self and others accountable for successfully supporting the ministry mission and patient care.
• Maintains a working knowledge: of applicable Federal, state & local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of conduct, as well as other policies & procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior.
• Facilitates a healing environment, reverentially encouraging and supporting basic needs as sacred acts, sustaining human dignity; Practices in an environmentally safe, professional & healthy manner; Values & advocates for the patient’s cultural beliefs & faith; Monitors & initiates corrections or evidence-based practices; Promotes optimum physical & psychological behaviors; Influences effective, judicious & financially responsible use of resources (people, equipment, supplies, materials).
• Serves as a resource for leading initiatives that balance optimal clinical outcomes with appropriate product utilization and supply stewardship within assigned Ministry or Region.
• Develops collaborative Ministry Value Analysis programs aligned with the system Value Analysis organization that will foster accountability and enhance optimal supply spend in all Med/Surg product categories.
• Lead activities that increase contract compliance while reducing stock keeping units (SKU's), using a clinically driven standardization process within assigned Ministry and/or Region.
• Researches and identifies functional product equivalents and/or other conservation methods for supply chain disruptions.
• Provide support and/or oversight to stakeholder and service line teams to develop spend management strategies in new product and technology reviews, utilization management and reduction of waste.
• Ensures there is a balance between service line profitability and clinical effectiveness.
• Responsible for leading value analysis process and governance, identifying and tracking savings opportunities, and staying current with major developments and changes within the assigned commodities.
• Provides guidance on strategic capital when disposable patient care items are impacted
• Responsible for compliance to applicable local, regional and System Office and GPO contracts as identified by Trinity Health Strategic Sourcing.
• Complies with Trinity Health Supplier Policy and related Procedures.

Benefits

• Trinity Health Benefits Summary
• Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees