OR Materials Tech

Location: Chicago, Illinois; Business Unit: Rush Medical Center; Hospital: Rush University Medical Center; Department: RUSH Supply Chain Operations; Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0); Shift: Shift 1; Work Schedule: 8 Hr (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM) Pay Range: $21.25 - $27.75 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job‑related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary Join RUSH University System for Health as an OR Materials Tech Advanced and play a vital role in supporting safe, efficient surgical operations. In this high‑impact position, you will ensure the right supplies and implants are available at the right time—directly contributing to case readiness, on‑time starts, and quality patient care. You’ll serve as a key partner to clinical teams, helping maintain seamless supply flow across the Operating Room and procedural areas. In this advanced‑level role, you will take ownership of inventory forecasting, replenishment, and optimization using systems such as Q‑Sight and Par Excellence. You’ll manage implant and consignment inventory, monitor usage trends and expiring products, and proactively resolve supply issues before they impact surgical cases. Your work will include coordinating orders, validating shipments, maintaining accurate inventory records, and supporting fiscal and cycle count processes—all while ensuring a clean, organized, and compliant environment. This role also provides leadership support within the OR Supply Chain team. You’ll help guide daily operations, troubleshoot real‑time challenges, and provide backup and direction to team members as needed. Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, the ability to multitask under pressure, and a proactive, solutions‑oriented mindset. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑driven healthcare environment and want to make a direct impact on both patient outcomes and operational performance, this is an opportunity to grow your career while supporting critical surgical services. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Responsibilities Distributes surgical supplies to designated locations, inclusive of Q‑Sight cabinets, Par Excellence locations, support rooms, sterile areas, and all appropriate areas within the Operating Room. Conducts inventory of Q‑Sight & Par Excellence areas (including cycle count audits, monitoring expiring/at‑risk inventory, and working through outstanding orders – providing substitute options when necessary). Restocks and returns unused product to assigned locations. Accountable for Q‑Sight implant ordering, surgical device ordering and generating Q‑Sight inventory management reports (implant/consignment serial number tracking, transactional data). Maintains audit schedule and reconfigures any assigned locations (par level adjustments and removals/additions of product). Consignment Replenishment. Receives, unpacks, and delivers supplies ordered from vendors. Reviews and verifies accuracy of shipments by counting and comparing packing lists with all receiving/delivery tickets for accuracy of receipt. Performs basic contract administration by following up on back‑ordered supplies with surgical buyers and notification to appropriate service. Assists management personnel in the maintenance of predetermined par levels of supplies. Interacts with clinical staff and maintains environmental cleanliness and order in specific work areas. Participates in quality improvement processes and ensures that order placement and delivery dates meet clinical needs. Performs fiscal year end physical inventories. Assists in overseeing all the activities to assure the availability of necessary perioperative supplies as needed. Provides guidance and backup for personnel in the OR Supply Chain department. Performs other related duties as assigned or required. Required Job Qualifications High school diploma / GED Intermediate knowledge of computer applications and software programs, including MS‑Office (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel), Internet Applications, ERP systems, Surgical Information System (SIS) and advanced understanding of inventory management systems (Q‑Sight, ParEx). Knowledge of inventory control processes with intermediate understanding of clinical terms and procedures. Ability to multitask under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Must be flexible with schedule and provide coverage when needed, including after hours and weekends when necessary. Superior organizational & communicative skills with high attention to detail. Advanced knowledge in all phases of perioperative/interventional supply chain. Preferred Job Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Previous experience with Lawson (ERP system), Q‑Sight or other inventory management solution preferred. Two years of surgical healthcare supply chain experience. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr