JOB TITLE: Lead IMA/ Tissue Coordinator

LOCATION: Shamokin- Main Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Central Sterile Supply

WORK SCHEDULE: Days

WORK TYPE: Full Time

JOB SUMMARY:

Supervise the daily activities related to the inventory management process for the Surgical Suite in order to contribute to the assurance of optimal patient care. Supervise inventory management assistants working in the surgical suite. Assists in maintaining departmental compliance with regulatory agencies, including Joint Commission and Department of Health.

Responsible for surgical services electronic tissue tracking and weekly tissue audits to remain compliant with regulatory agency requirements, include auditing implant records.

Maintains Surgical Suite lean inventory process (KanBan) the corresponding inventory location (IC81or DORA) within the materials management information system (MMIS) and the Plan For Every Part (PFEP) spreadsheet.

Directs the work of Inventory Management Assistants.

Works closely with the Supply Chain and Surgical Suite staff to develop and maintain realistic supply levels with minimal inventory investment. Assists in the inventory tracking and returns process.

Performs duties to support the goals and objectives of the Geisinger System in its efforts to provide quality patient care and patient satisfaction.

Works under the direction of the Manager CSR/Surgical Inventory.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Demonstrates excellent computer skills, ability to perform arithmetic calculations and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Demonstrates good organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure.

Demonstrates ability to make independent decisions and prioritize workload.

Demonstrates maturity and leadership abilities as a role model, resource person and problem solver.

Demonstrates thorough knowledge of inventory management concepts.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum 3 years healthcare inventory management experience required.

Lean inventory process knowledge preferred.

Requires six months on the job to become familiar with all duties.

Certification in Healthcare Material Management Concepts within 1 year of hire required.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Lifting to waist and above is required. May

also require pushing and pulling of carts. Occasional lifting of heavier supplies may be required. 

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

About Geisinger

One of the nation’s most innovative health services organizations, Geisinger serves more than 1.5 million patients in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The system includes 13 hospital campuses, a nearly 600,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. A physician-led organization, with approximately 32,000 employees and more than 1,800 employed physicians, Geisinger leverages an estimated $12.7 billion positive annual impact on the Pennsylvania and New Jersey economies. Repeatedly recognized nationally for integration, quality and service, Geisinger has a long-standing commitment to patient care, medical education, research and community service. For more information, visit geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

** Does not qualify for J-1 waiver.  We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

*Domestic partner benefits not applicable at Geisinger Holy Spirit.