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Summary:

This position is responsible for driving the implementation of interdepartmental cost containment programs relative to specific Value Analysis Committees (VAC) for Baystate, leading and facilitating VAC and sub-committee meetings, and presenting results to the Network-wide Value Analysis Steering Committee. This position serves as a direct liaison to Physician Groups, Supply Chain, and Network Leadership for Network-wide product and vendor standardization, utilizing communication, in-service consultation, and education to ensure a seamless process in maximizing cost-saving opportunities.

Job Requirements:

• Facilitating service line VACs and coordinating activities as appropriate. Activities include, but are not limited to, standardization/utilization projects and Network-wide new product/technology assessment within the specified service line.

• Serving as a facilitator and clinical resource for all clinicians and physicians for the new product introduction process, including supplies, services, technology, medical devices, and capital equipment as required.

• Interacting with clinical staff to ensure appropriate feedback is received before product decisions are made (e.g., physicians, nurses, radiology technologists, and other ancillary staff).

• Interacting with applicable departments to ensure all safety, regulatory, and epidemiology issues are addressed before product selection.

• Coordinating the implementation of educational activities related to product utilization with appropriate departments and physicians.

• Utilizing the product selection guiding principles to evaluate all new product requests while leveraging appropriate tools and technology.

• Preparing value analysis reports, decision-making, and reporting to interested stakeholders.

• Evaluating and prioritizing service line standardization and utilization opportunities using information obtained via the logistics information system, hospital financial and operational systems, and discussions with administrative leadership, physicians, and staff.

• Coordinating VA process with supply chain teams to optimize supply, equipment, and contractual arrangements, including implementing initiatives.

• Analyzing cost-saving ideas and implementing opportunities for standardization. Analyzing follow-up reports to determine the ongoing effectiveness of standardization/utilization efforts.

• Collaborating with supply chain teams to develop and implement financial monitoring related to product standardization and new product introduction.

• Establishing goals and objectives that support the organization's target operating model of the supply chain.

• Providing clinical sourcing support for the procurement and/or strategic sourcing teams.

• Identifying alternative products to backorders and/or recalls follows the process of obtaining appropriate clinical approval.

• Actively participating in clinical councils internally and externally.

Education:

Preferred- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or other clinical support certifications is preferred

Preferred- Master's Degree

Required Experience:

5+ years in an acute care setting. Perioperative Services, Emergency Department, Cardiac Care, or Critical Care preferred.

o Moderate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project.

Certifications:

Preferred- CMRP

Education:

Bachelors Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Registered Nurse - Other

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.