Surgery Buyer / Surgical Technologist

Accessibility Note: Surgery Partners is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is the Company's policy not to discriminate against any qualified people or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, the Company will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made the Company aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to the Company. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within the Company or request a reasonable accommodation to utilize the Company's online employment application, please contact talentacquisition@surgerypartners.com Application Deadline: 11/19/2026 Located in Altoona, WI, the River Prairie Surgery Center is an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) proudly owned by OakLeaf Surgical Hospital, offering a variety of outpatient procedures including, but not limited to, ophthalmology and GI, to our growing community. This role will contribute to the facility's success and support our commitment to delivering excellent patient care. Come join a team that thrives on collaboration, compassion, and clinical excellence within a supportive, family-life environment. Job Summary: The Surgery Buyer / Surgical Technologist is responsible for purchasing and managing surgical supplies, instruments, implants, and equipment while supporting the safe and effective conduct of surgical procedures. This role ensures supply availability, cost-effectiveness, and case readiness while maintaining a safe operating room environment, preparing instrumentation and equipment, and assisting the surgical team under the supervision of the surgeon. Collaborates with perioperative staff, vendors, and supply chain personnel to support quality patient care, patient safety, and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements. Hours: .80 FTE - 32 hours per week .6 FTE Surgery Buyer .2 FTE Surgical Technologist Essential Job Functions: Source, order, and replenish surgical supplies, instruments, and implants based on case schedules, physician preferences, and usage patterns Ensure timely delivery of all items required for scheduled and emergent surgical procedures Liaise with vendors to obtain quotes, confirm product availability, and manage back-orders or substitutions Utilize group purchasing contracts and organizational agreements to ensure cost-effective procurement Monitor and manage inventory levels of implants and surgical supplies in designated storage areas and case carts, ensuring stock rotation and minimizing expired items Maintain accurate inventory data using the organization's ERP or inventory management system Work closely with OR schedulers and surgical staff to confirm equipment and item availability for upcoming procedures Proactively resolve supply issues that could impact surgery schedules or patient care Maintain detailed records of purchase orders, receipts, usage, and returns in compliance with the organization's policies and audit standards Assist with tracking high-cost items, consignment inventory, and usage for coding, billing and reimbursement purposes Serve as a liaison between physicians and vendor representatives to ensure the availability of appropriate materials and services for upcoming surgical cases Ensure purchased items meet all regulatory, infection control, and quality standards Comply with HIPAA, The Joint Commission, and internal protocols related to surgical inventory Advocate for patients' rights, preferences, and needs while providing safe, compassionate, patient-centered care and maintaining confidentiality and professional conduct Verify the availability and functionality of supplies, instruments, and e…

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