Inventory Coordinator, Infusion Pharmacy

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! 

Organization:

SCAH-Sutter Care at Home - Bay

Position Overview:

Preference will be given to candidates with experience with pharmacy inventory.

Serves as a single point of contact in ambulatory setting with overall accountability for all supply chain activities. Provides expertise and assistance for all clinical and non-clinical equipment and supplies. Serves as a regionally based Value Management Project Team member in areas of responsibility with a focus on implementation. Facilitates and drives cost reduction opportunities in collaboration with regional and system-based value management activities. Assists in identifying savings initiatives, and provides regular feedback on implementation progress. Assists foundations in understanding methods and processes required to achieve measurable results. Facilitates regional value management team meetings. Works closely with affiliate site leaders, department Managers/Directors and Physicians to ensure procurement goals and objectives are met. Maintains a close working relationship outside contacts including medical sales representatives, vendor customer service representatives, vendor technical assistants, and clinical specialists. Coordinates with Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Dock operations, PAR Team members & Management to achieve desired results and ensure the highest quality of customer satisfaction and patient care. Leverages Microsoft Office Suite and program/supply management to meet strict project timelines.

Job Description:

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 2 years recent relevant experience

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Interpersonal and communication skills and ability to effectively interface with all levels of personnel and work in a team environment.
• Experience and skills typically acquired in the following areas: budgeting, healthcare industry supplies, supply chain management, standardization, utilization, product implementation, contract management and value management.
• Demonstrated success in major project coordination and implementation of successful cost containment initiatives.
• Basic proficiency in computer software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Visio, is required. Ability to synthesize data and create meaningful presentation.
• Ability to quickly grasp data provided in opportunity analyses and effectively secure feedback to the supplying source as to its quality.
• Knowledge of healthcare products and equipment, inventory sources and alternative sources of supply, purchasing and distribution systems, contract administration and new or emerging trends in the industry.
• Team leadership and organization skills.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to manage complex situations with a high degree of variation.
• Ability to successfully facilitate team meetings that may involve competing objectives.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Detail oriented and demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-motivated, tactful, professional, courteous and able to work with minimum direct supervision.
• Ability to establish work priorities and effectively handle a wide variety of projects.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday, Variable

Weekend Requirements:

As Needed

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $26.62 to $34.60 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.