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Unity Hospital DEPARTMENT: OR SCHEDULE: Day/Evening/Night Key Responsibilities: Coordinates ... Attends SPD/Purchasing meetings to assure needed supplies and instrumentation available for all ...

... hospital environment. This position performs duties as assigned by the Charge Nurse or Acute ... to company purchasing protocols. · Perform duties as assigned to meet the patient care or ...

Hospital-employed OB/GYN practice * 1:10 shared call rotation * Flexible 4 or 4.5-day workweek ... In 2020 we were purchased by the Silicon Valley tech company, Doximity. Since the acquisition, we ...

BluePearl Pet Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa is seeking a full-time boarded or residency-trained ... purchase, car rental, travel, and more. * Annual company store allowance . * FREE membership to ...

Read and interpret purchase orders and WIP tickets from the Kitting Manager. * Operating Inventory ... Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax ...

Establish relationships with hospital customers where surgical procedures are performed or ... purchase of ASP products and services. * Proactively collaborates on business initiatives with ...

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How much do hospital purchasing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital purchasing in Iowa is $30.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.06 and $37.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is hospital purchasing?

A Hospital Purchasing job involves managing the procurement of medical supplies, equipment, and services necessary for hospital operations. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness, maintaining supplier relationships, and monitoring inventory levels. The role requires knowledge of medical products, budgeting, and compliance with healthcare regulations. Hospital purchasing professionals work closely with vendors, healthcare providers, and administrative staff to ensure timely and efficient supply chain management.

What does hospital purchasing do?

Professionals in Hospital Purchasing manage daily tasks such as evaluating supply needs, processing purchase orders, sourcing medical and non-medical supplies, and negotiating contracts with vendors. They also monitor inventory levels, ensure timely delivery of goods, and collaborate closely with various hospital departments to address urgent purchasing needs. The role often involves using specialized procurement and inventory software to track orders and expenditures, maintain compliance with healthcare regulations, and support budgeting efforts. This dynamic environment requires balancing cost efficiency with ensuring product quality and availability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in hospital purchasing?

Success in Hospital Purchasing requires strong analytical abilities, negotiation skills, and an understanding of healthcare supply chain management, usually supported by a degree in business, healthcare administration, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software, inventory management systems, and knowledge of regulatory compliance standards such as Joint Commission requirements are highly valuable. Effective communication, attention to detail, and the ability to build relationships with both vendors and clinical staff are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure cost-effective purchasing, adequate supply levels, and seamless operations vital to hospital effectiveness.

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Infographic showing various Hospital Purchasing job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 4% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,767 per year, or $30.7 per hour.

Product Inventory & Service Coordinator (1st Shift)

VIRTUA HEALTH

Lourdes, IA • On-site

$20.69 - $30.95/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Virtua Health rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 175 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

160th of 891 rated healthcare providers


Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 otherlocations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Lourdes Surgical Department specifically will be the homebase for this position.


Summary:
The Product Inventory & Service Coordinator will support our patients and staff in regard to patient care equipment, which includes procurement, receiving, distribution and storage of supplies/equipment to ensure safe and efficient patient care.
The overall objective is to ensure that the patients and customers receive excellent care from our facility, and to make sure our staff has the proper tools in place to do their jobs effectively and safely.
Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for requisitioning and maintaining supply inventory, and establishes and monitors appropriate inventory levels in collaboration with clinical staff.
Performs physical inventory of the facility and works in conjunction with CSS, Biomedical, Plant Services, Support Services and all patient care areas daily to coordinate equipment needs, rentals, rental returns, purchases, inventories, and equipment repairs.
Locates equipment utilizing equipment tracking system. Documents equipment issues, repairs and location of equipment. May make minor repairs.
Collect data and reports a monthly rental usage and cost, document data from items purchased month to month, and collect data for items that are needed or would liked to be purchased by units.
May track surgical implants used to ensure correct charges, availability of items and appropriate information is in OR system.
Analyze data and see where improvements can be made. May educate staff on proper usage of equipment for the safety of the patients and staff.
Order accessory items for all departments as needed.
Works with OR and provides assembly, disassembly and management of orthopedic traction and trapeze equipment. May assists with cleaning of equipment which may include terminal cleaning according to manufacturer's recommendation.
Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:
Knowledge of inventory-related computer systems.
Previous experience with equipment repairs, contractors and tracking, also ability to collect and analyze data and make operation improvements.
Computer literate with a knowledge of Excel and Word.
Required Education:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Training/Certifications/Licensure:
Driver's License.

Hourly Rate: $20.69 - $30.95 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Marlton, NJ, US

Year founded

1998