Establishes and maintains acceptable inventory levels of owned and consigned implants and arranges for loaner implants and instruments when indicated by patient care requirements according to standard departmental inventory management practices to meet the needs of the surgical patient.  Follows departmental business practices by securing inventory, replenishing owned and consignment inventory matching implant usage with patient charge forms and inventory issues to confirm that proper patient billing. Works with the clinical service coordinators and reviews the Surgical Schedule in advance to anticipate the need for implants and loaned instruments.

Monitors the surgical supplies orders ensuring proper par levels as determined by the department are maintained. Analyzes reports of supply purchase history to monitor expenses. Provide feedback, suggestions, and information to senior management regarding surgical supply inventory.

Incumbent provides complex analysis of administrative organization, policies, procedures, practices, and cost-benefit studies.

Incumbent develops and recommends new policies, procedures, and practice and implements specific recommendations which may include coordinating with several service departments and personnel; provides advice and assistance with problem-solving.  Other major duties include, but are not limited to, customer service and departmental efficiencies.  Able to maintain, prioritize, and expedite workflow. Works with the Administrative Nurses and the management team to ensure availability and accuracy of implants; and to ensure proper supply ordering.