Surgical Operational Efficiency Specialist- Austin

At KARL STORZ, we take pride in helping patients through some of the toughest journeys of their lives. We are making contributions that matter. Regardless of your role, YOU improve patients’ lives every day. Get to know us and join our teamas Surgical Operational Efficiency Specialist- Austin Job Function: Repair & Service Location: US Work Location (for field-based positions): Austin, TX, US Work Flexibility: Field-based (Hospital) The KARL STORZ Surgical Operational Efficiency Specialist (SOES) is a trained Specialist with M.I.S equipment and devices and an integral member of the KARL STORZ Service team providing support in the Austin, TX area. The SOES is responsible for the management and troubleshooting of these devices (including hand instruments, video equipment, and the integrated Operating Room (OR1) within their assigned hospital. SOES positions often pave the way to internal career advancement opportunities in areas such as Sales, Marketing, Leadership, and more. Responsibilities: Face-to-face customer support, including OR, SPD, and Biomed, Preventative maintenance and management of endoscopy products so that they are always in good working order and ready for use including documentation of their functionality Monitoring, reporting, and facilitating repair/exchange transactions Keeping repairs and replacement equipment expenses within a predetermined budget for the account. Training and education for the OR, SPD, and supporting departments, Designing process improvements to improve efficiencies and reduce repair costs Identifying opportunities to reduce instrument damage and related repair costs Gathering detailed usage and repair data Identifying and implementing reusable strategies Communicating effectively with a diverse clientele including good written and oral communication skills as well as good interpersonal skills are required. Performing complex and time-critical tasks with optimum effectiveness and efficiency with little or no supervision in high-pressure situations. The SOES will be part of an operations team tasked with providing the customer with cost-reduction initiatives and value well beyond the tasks listed above. This role will include all aspects of the implementation of reusable M.I.S. products from training to procedural support. The candidate will also be responsible for capturing procedural and device usage data. While analysis of the data will not be necessary, they must have a strong comprehension of the data that is collected. In some accounts, the SOES will also be responsible for the transporting, cleaning, and packaging of instruments after use. At its core, the SOES program’s goal is to manage M.I.S. devices and facilitate and expedite successful M.I.S. procedures, thus allowing the surgeon and staff to focus on the patient and not on equipment and related issues. Essential Functions: Level of accountability: Generally independent but supervised; Level of decision making: Specialized tasks Supervision: Does not supervise others directly Financial/Budgetary: Little or no financial impact on revenues or cost Has contact with KSEA internal staff, other team members, and hospital contacts Physical Requirements: Considerable mental and physical effort Travel: Up to 5% of travel during the year Ability to work on-call weekends/evening hours (rotating schedule across the team) Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25lbs Qualifications: A minimum education level of a high school diploma with related experience; a higher degree preferred Preferred 2-4 years experience in surgical technology or central sterile experience or previous work history in medical sales or services management MA Applicants: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Medical / Dental / Vision including a state-of-the-art wellness program and pet insurance, too! Up to 8 weeks of 100% paid company parental leave; includes maternal/ paternal leave, adoption, and fostering of a child. 401(k)retirement savings plan providing a match of 60% of the employee’s first 6% contribution (up to IRS limits) Section 125 Flexible Spending Accounts Life, STD, LTD & LTC Insurance We prepay your tuition up to $5,250 per year! - Tuition pre-imbursement Fitness reimbursement of up to $200 annually And much more! KARL STORZ reserves the right to change or modify the employee’s job description whether orally or in writing, at any time during the employment relationship. Additionally, KARL STORZ, through its supervisors, may require an employee to perform duties outside their normal description within the sole discretion of the supervisor. Employees must comply will all applicable KARL STORZ policies and procedures. KARL STORZ is committed to maintaining a safe work environment for our employees and customers. Most field-based roles at KARL STORZ require hospital credentialing/health screens as a condition of employment. Credentialing can include required vaccinations, health screens & other requirements as outlined by our customers. During the interview process, we encourage you to ask how credentialing/health screens may impact the role you are seeking and if you require any reasonable accommodations regarding these requirements. #J-18808-Ljbffr KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG