Medical Purchasing Associate - 522428
The University of Alabama

Job Info

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Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $18.32 - Midpoint: $21.97 (Hourly N4)

Department/Organization: 208101 - Dean's Office-CCHS

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; some occasional nights & weekends as needed.

Job Summary: The Medical Purchasing Associate aides in procurement-related medical activities.

Additional Department Summary: The Medical Purchasing Associate assists with the procurement and distribution of medical supplies to all College of Community Health Sciences (CCHS) facilities, including Student Health Center and all University Medical Center community clinics.

Ensures necessary medical supplies/equipment, pharmaceuticals, and other items are obtained and delivered to clinic locations in a timely manner. Coordinates deliveries, serves as procurement courier and back up to medical courier for all CCHS facilities as needed. Monitors inventory usage and maintains supply levels. Maintains accurate inventory records and produces reports for billing purposes. Serves as administrative support for CCHS Purchasing Director.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of administrative experience; OR associate's degree.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of procurement practices. Proficiency in the use of personal computers and standard application software (word processing, spreadsheets and/or data base management), and graphical software. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing, using technical and non-technical language.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with University financial policies, purchasing and budget procedures, and systems (i.e. Banner, Concur, P-Card) preferred.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster

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