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Requisition Number: 13127

Location: Woburn Cummings Park
Category: Clerical and Administrative Support
Department: Purchasing
Job Type: Temporary
Union Name: Non Union

Work Schedule: Day
Length Of Shift(s) In Hours: 8
Shift Details: MON-FRI 8am-4:30pm
Hours/Week: 40.00
Weekend Requirements: n
Holiday Requirements: n
On Call Requirements: n

Hourly rate: 25-28

Are you starting out in healthcare or looking for a career change? If you are looking to make a difference CHA’s temporary staffing department may have a role for you. We offer flexible schedules, varied assignments, competitive pay, and health insurance. Come join an organization where your contribution is valued and continuous learning is part of your day.

Summary:

Under general supervision of the Manager of Purchasing and Purchasing Coordinator, and within established Hospital and departmental policies and procedures, performs a variety of administrative, buying, inventory control and related duties in support of the purchasing function. Essential job functions are focused on customer satisfaction, effective use of resources, teamwork, innovation and continuous quality improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Place and expedite orders for supplies, services and repairs as required.
• Assist to obtain price quotations per dept. guidelines.
• Acts as a resource to all departments with regard to supply,
• equipment and service needs.
• Access on-line tools to assist procurement such as.e-commerce, databases, and GPO websites
• Resolves invoice discrepancies and processes returns.
• Maintains department records, files, reports and information as required.
• Maintains work area and equipment as required.
• Attends staff meetings as required and participates on committees as requested.
• Communicates effectively and works as part of a team. Displays ability to get along with co-workers, other departments and the public.
• Adjusts to new, different or urgent work situations.
• Observes and promotes hospital policies.
• Maintains high level of confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed
• Assures timely completion of assignments and proper coverage of areas of responsibility during time off.
• Place and expedite orders for supplies, services and repairs as required.
• Assist to obtain price quotations per department guidelines.
• Acts as a resource to all departments with regard to supply, equipment and service needs.
• Access on-line tools to assist procurement such as.e-commerce, databases, and GPO websites
• Resolves invoice discrepancies and processes returns.
• Maintains department records, files, reports and information as required.
• Maintains work area and equipment as required.
• Attends staff meetings as required and participates on committees as requested.
• Communicates effectively and works as part of a team. Displays ability to get along with co-workers, other departments and the public.
• Adjusts to new, different or urgent work situations.
• Observes and promotes hospital policies.
• Maintains high level of confidentiality at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Other information:

High school diploma/GED required. Associates degree is preferred.
Work Experience: Five (5) Years experience in a Purchasing department with progressive responsibility is required. Experience with Medical / Surgical supplies, equipment and contracts is preferred. Knowledge of HRIS system, Microsoft/Google apps such as word and Excel is desirable.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.

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