Works within a defined organizational structure to identify process improvement and cost savings opportunities related to improved product service and process standardization and utilization the UVA Health system. Reviews and assesses applicable financial clinical operational and evidence-based literature and appropriately assists in the selection evaluation monitoring analysis and implementation of cost-effective products services and processes in the healthcare system. Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with clinical administrative and healthcare system staff and physicians to ensure effective results-oriented outcomes. These activities are conducted while maintaining or improving the quality of care and safety provided to patients. + Serves as a liaison between hospital /system administration departments clinical staff to ensure cost-effective utilization of products services and processes including but not limited to medical/surgical supplies, capital equipment technology, services, and process-related activities. + Process improvement-related activities include operational and clinical resource management opportunities throughout the health system that improve operational and clinical efficiency while maintaining or enhancing the quality and safety of patient care. + Manages value analysis data for outcome documentation. + Coordinates and assists in the educational processes regarding value analysis processes. + Analyze product & equipment information and services with the goal of achieving the best value decision. + Works in collaboration with Scope Chairs, Service Line Leaders, Senior Contract Negotiator, Value Management Analysts and other Leaders to identify and prioritize cost savings opportunities following standardized process involving a DRG value analysis methodology. + Maintains regular contact with all staff levels within UVA Health System Supply Chain – main campus and off sites through the state of Virginia as well as clinical, administrative, professional and support departments represented by the VACs of which the coordinator is a participant. + Participates as a member chair co-chair or ad hoc member of hospital/system committees or sub-committees. + In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned. Position Compensation Range: $67,849.60 - $108,555.20 Annual **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS** Education: Master of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program. Experience: 5 years relevant experience. Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. **PHYSICAL DEMANDS** Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently traveling and bending/stooping. Ability to drive to off campus entities. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. _The University of Virginia, i_ _ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library,_ _are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information._