Purchasing Specialist

At Summit Orthopedics, we recognize the significance each member of the Summit Family has as they impact one another and our patients on a daily basis. Be part of a patient-first environment that lives into our values of: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Collaboration, Stewardship and Innovation and a place where staff members feel respected and find a strong sense of purpose in their roles, contributing to a familial atmosphere characterized by mutual respect and enjoyment. 

Under supervision, the Purchasing Specialist assumes responsibility for placing orders, receiving/checking in orders, maintaining accurate inventory and charging methods for the entire surgery center. The Purchasing Specialist will also be responsible for picking all surgical procedures for scheduled case from physician preference cards, and for obtaining all special request items when procedures are scheduled. The Purchasing Specialist will be able to provide backup in sterile processing/decontamination areas and instrument assembly when needed.

This is a full-time opportunity based at our Plymouth Bass Lake Surgery Center.  Monday - Friday schedule of 7:00 AM to 3:30 pm (schedule is subject to change).  This position may require flexibility to float to other Summit locations as needed.  

Primary duties:

• Places orders for forms, clerical supplies, medical supplies, office equipment and medical equipment to appropriate vendors by calling, faxing or electronic mail. 


• Authorizes, unpacks, and verifies all received and ordered supplies against order slip and packing slip.


• Inventory and restock medical/clerical supply shelves during periodic scheduled inventory control reviews.


• Ensure orders are received and distributed to correct areas of surgery center.


• Communicate with vendors regarding orders and service problems, reviews new or alternate supplies.


• Informs database entry staff of new products and provides them with correct pricing and reference numbers.


• Orders paper supplies for housekeeping.


• Provides backup for surgery center processing/aide.


• Assists with manpower request from staff: i.e.: under request to assist with physically restraining patients who may require restraint for the safety of other patients/staff.

Summit's hiring range for this position is $20.64 to $25.80 per hour. The hired candidate may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, differentials and/or deferred compensation. In addition to our base salary, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that aligns with our vision of leading a healthy and active lifestyle.  This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off and 401(k)/profit sharing retirement plan. If you are hired at Summit, your final base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as skills, education, experience, and internal equity.

Summit Orthopedics provides the Twin Cities, Greater Minnesota and Western Wisconsin with the full spectrum of orthopedic care including sub-specialty clinics, walk-in care at our Orthopedic Urgent Care clinics, imaging, bracing, therapy, surgery, and post-surgical stays at our Care Suites. Our expert team of physicians, surgeons, physician assistants, certified athletic trainers and therapists are part of the 1200+ employees who partner to provide quality care designed to support a healthier, more active lifestyle.

Summit Orthopedics is committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations of federal, state and local governing boards and/or agencies.