OR Materials Coordinator

Description

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. We are home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties, and are the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. We deliver and coordinate a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of our communities.

JOB SUMMARY
Inputs, verifies, and reconciles all patient charges daily and maintains integrity of patients' medical records during their surgical visit. Assists management in the completion of assigned tasks specific to the needs of the Materials Management and Scheduling departments. Assists in completing the administrative responsibilities of the department including reports, statistics, correspondence, and meeting preparation and coordination. Responsible for the coordination of the Vendor Credentialing system for Surgical Services.

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• Three (3) to five (5) years of materials management experience; one year of experience with use of computerized materials management system.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Education:

• Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

• Five (5) years of materials management experience; one year of experience with use of computerized materials management system.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).
Proficient skills in Windows Based Software, including word processing, database, spreadsheet and presentation programs. Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with internal and external administrators, departments, employees, physicians and managers. Works efficiently and organizes time appropriately. Ability to prioritize daily work assignments. Ability to handle multiple priorities. Strong customer service orientation. Demonstrates initiative in all job related activities.

PROBLEM SOLVING AND DECISION MAKING
Excellent problem solving and/or decision making skills. Ability to react and perform under strict timelines. Ability to exercise discretion and use independent judgment to perform duties promptly and consistently with little direction. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Ability to work independently.

We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.