Academic Operations Coordinator Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Location: Wichita, KS

Facility: Via Christi Hospital St. Francis

Department: Supply Chain Materials Management

Schedule: PRN | As Needed

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

• Direct daily supply chain operations, including logistics and audits, to support distribution and ensure uninterrupted supply flow that protects patient care.
• Manage and control inventory storeroom levels and financial variance by performing accurate audits and maintaining strict supply control.
• Execute all product conversions and maintain accurate item attributes within the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Investigate, troubleshoot, and swiftly resolve all inventory discrepancies and issues to ensure supply chain integrity and efficiency.
• Minimize stock expiration and financial loss by rigorously adhering to best practices and stock rotation guidelines.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education OR experience, if applicable.

• Requires ability to perform physically demanding tasks including 90% of the shift walking, standing, bending, or stooping, and repetitive lifting under 25 lbs.
• Availability for any shift as needed: 1st Shift 7am-3:30pm, 2nd Shift 3pm-11:30pm, or 3rd Shift 11pm-7:30am

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.