The Purchasing Specialist manages the flow of supplies and specialty products to ensure products are available for patient care in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.

This is a full-time position working M-F from 6:00 am - 2:30 pm out of our Waconia and Chaska clinics. 

Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare. We have a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts and more.

Essential Functions: Continually monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies for daily operations.  Restock par areas as needed. Manage the PO process, receiving, and replenishment of all supplies for assigned location(s). Identify, resolve, and communicate product availability issues to appropriate personnel. Coordinate inventory management activities. Assist with value analysis and product trials as requested. Oversee and coordinate physical inventory process at the sites. Manage par areas and maintain accuracy in the inventory system. Ensure purchasing activity aligns with the overall purchasing department strategy. Any and all other duties as assigned

Education and Experience Requirements:

High School diploma/GED or equivalent. Associate’s degree preferred. Minimum two years of experience in materials management related position such as purchasing, inventory management, or hospital supply chain.

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

Lift objects more than 25 pounds and less than 60.  Able to push/pull objects more than 50 pounds on a cart. Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines. Complete job required training. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.) Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance Work in the clinic or surgery center during business hours  Travel independently throughout the clinic or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Understand and execute a variety of instructions Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system Work independently with minimal supervision Travel to other work locations, if required

Performance Expectations – i-Health’s Core Values:

Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say Service  - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively

Environmental Conditions:

Clinic/surgery center setting

Notes:

Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.