Buyer Purchasing Per Diem Days - Part-time

pstrongDesert Regional Medical Center /strongis a 385-bed acute-care hospital classified as a stroke receiving center and level 1 trauma facility with an innovative, patient centered and evidence-based Rehabilitation Services Department.nbsp;Our compassionate team provides a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including acute care rehabilitation, joint replacement amp; spinal surgery, neurosurgery, ICU, Telemetry, step-down care, skilled nursing, as well as outpatient therapy, hand and lymphedema clinics.nbsp;/p pstrongGENERAL DUTIES/strong/p pUnder the supervision of the Director of Materiel Management responsible for a variety of duties related to the acquisition of all supplies and equipment according to Materials Management Department guidelines for cost, quality and most economical delivery. Checks for price discrepancies, backorders, and catalog number errors in purchasing database systems, makes corrections in a timely manner. Maintains spreadsheets assigned by supervisor with current and accurate information. Maintains mail room/p pstrongShift: nbsp;Days/strong/p pstrongHours: nbsp;/strong/ph3Responsibilities/h3divpstrongDEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES:nbsp;/strong/pulliMaintains the manufacture recall book and notifies departments effected in a timely manner, follows up as need with departments to complete the recall process./liliIssues pay lines in IMMS and maintains all special purchase orders for hospital ensuring accurate receipts./liliMaintains the vendor access book./liliMay need to drive a company vehicle during business hours/liliCreates Purchase order documents and places orders in a timely manner via EDI, Phone or Fax./liliMonitors price changes on all items focusing on fiscal responsibility./liliReviews print backs from Edi or fax.nbsp; Makes corrections to PO’s.nbsp; Expedites orders as necessary to assure stock or service availability.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliUtilizes MedAssets Computerized purchasing program portals/liliAssures requisitions are properly filled out and signature levels have been met prior to placing orders./liliContacts vendors/reps to obtain catalog #’s and price quotes for departments in a professional and timely fashion./liliFollows up with departments regarding requests for information in a timely manner./liliProvides information regarding Tenet contract products/pricing to hospital department focusing on compliance and confidentiality for our vendors.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliAbility to create and receive standard/special/capital PO’s including enteringnbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;nbsp;/liliConsistently maintains professional and ethical relationshipsnbsp; in dealing with vendors and hospital staff./liliReviews back order report as necessary to assure it is accurate and completes PO’s as necessary./liliResponsible for correction of Receiving and A/P exceptions in a timely and accurate manner./liliConsistently updated IMMS data base to assure accurate information at all times.nbsp; Requests new IMMS numbers as needed and follows through with linking process to assure optimal usage of the IMMS system./liliSorts incoming mail from the post office on a daily basis assuring accurate and timely distribution./liliPosts outgoing mail on a daily basis in a timely and accurate manner./li/ul/divh3Qualifications/h3divpstrongRequired:/strong/pulliHigh School Diploma or GED/liliEntry Level, Vocation Training, Specialized Skills, Certifications and/or Experience./liliExtensive computer/ keyboarding skills necessary including Microsoft Word and Excel./liliMust be able to work independently and unsupervised in a cross-functional environment with a focus on excellent customer service and accuracy in performing all duties./liliMotor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be completed at time of hire and on an annual basis thereafter./liliCurrent California driver’s license; a copy of the renewed license will need to be submitted upon renewal.nbsp;/liliEvidence of current car insurance; a copy of the renewed car insurance will benbsp;/lilineed to submitted upon renewal/li/ulpstrongPreferred:/strong/pulliOne year previous healthcare materials management experience./li/ulp#LI-TM2/ppTenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. nbsp;If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. nbsp;If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law./p/divh3About Company/h3divbuCareers at Tenet/u/b div bubr//u/b /div div At Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do. /div div br/ /div div As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential. /div/divh2Company/h2divbuWho We Are/u/b div bubr//u/b /div div We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community. /div div br/ /div div buOur Story/u/b /div div bubr//u/b /div div We started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care. /div div br/ /div div We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many "firsts" in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others. /div div br/ /div div buOur Impact Today/u/b /div div bubr//u/b /div div Today, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions. /div div br/ /div div Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions. /div div br/ /div div Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day. /div/div