Job Search

  1. Home
  2. Job Search

Staff Employment

Medical Purchasing Associate - 528427

Job no: 528427
Work type: Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible)
Location: Tuscaloosa
Categories: Office/Clerical Support, Health Care / Social Services, Retail/Sales/Customer Service, Administrative / Professional

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  Minimum: $18.32 - Midpoint: $21.97 (Hourly N4)

Department/Organization: 208101 - Dean's Office-CCHS

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm; occasional evening/weekend hours as needed

Job Summary: The Medical Purchasing Associate aides in procurement-related medical activities.

Additional Department Summary: Assists with the procurement and distribution of medical supplies to all College of Community Health Sciences (CCHS) facilities, including the Student Health Center and all University Medical Center community clinics. Performs physical activities related to the preparation and distribution of medical supplies and prescription medications under the direct supervision of the Medical Purchasing Director.

Ensures necessary medical supplies/equipment, pharmaceuticals, and other items are obtained and delivered to clinic locations in an efficient and timely manner. Coordinates deliveries, serves as procurement courier and back up to medical courier for all CCHS facilities as needed. Monitors inventory usage and maintains supply levels. Maintains accurate inventory records and produces reports for billing purposes. Serves as administrative support for CCHS Medical Purchasing Director.

Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of administrative experience; OR associate’s degree.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of procurement practices. Proficiency in the use of personal computers and standard application software (word processing, spreadsheets and/or data base management), and graphical software. Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing, using technical and non-technical language. Skill in exercising initiative, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making. Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience in a clinical setting (Medical Assistant, LPN, Veterinarian Assistant, etc.) and working knowledge of clinical supplies and medical equipment preferred. Experience with University financial policies, purchasing and budget procedures, and systems (i.e. Banner, Concur, P-Card) preferred.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to any legally protected basis and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. More information is available in the EEOC’s Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal poster.

The University of Alabama affirms its longstanding commitment to institutional neutrality, free speech, and academic freedom.

Advertised: Central Standard Time
Applications close: Central Standard Time

Back Apply

Please note, all Staff Employment positions close at 10:55pm CST.

Non-Exempt positions are posted a minimum of 3 days. Exempt positions are posted a minimum of 7 days.

Need help?

Please email the Human Resources Department at hrsvctr@ua.edu or contact us by phone at (205)-348-7732. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit. 

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases.

Pay Transparency Policy Statement

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Supplemental Links


"EEO is the Law" Poster"
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

“EEO is the Law” Poster Supplement"
http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

"Family and Medical Leave Act" 
http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

"Employee Polygraph Protection Act" 
http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

The University’s Annual Security Report contains information on campus safety statistics as well as University Safety and Security Policies. It can be viewed online at The University of Alabama Annual Security Report, or by request to UAPD at ua.police@ua.edu.