Clinical Inventory Analysts
7 days ago
Lafayette
Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintain and update the Bonafide serialized equipment order dashboard, ensuring real-time accuracy., • Compare dashboard data with Tableau reports (e.g., “Accessible Inventory by RT”) to identify genuine equipment needs and discrepancies., • Proactively contact Respiratory Therapists (RTs) with pending Bonafide orders who maintain excess serialized inventory, facilitating redistribution., • Monitor the REC Manifest for delayed shipments (>10 days), follow up with RTs and O2 drivers, track deliveries to central locations (e.g., Luke Street), and resolve missing/delayed equipment issues in coordination with warehouse staff., • Receive and process returned serialized equipment still attached to patients in Bonafide; research serial numbers, verify status/ownership, coordinate RT transfers to REC, and ensure proper removal from patient records., • Identify high-demand areas for serialized equipment, locate excess inventory, coordinate shipments between staff/RTs/drivers, and track/record shipping details (including creating FedEx labels and scheduling pickups)., • Assist team members in locating serialized equipment in the field for redistribution to other staff, home offices, or high-need areas., • Build and distribute daily Vent and Oxygen summary reports, highlighting on-hand availability in the field, uploads, REC receipts, returns to central location, and true deployable units (after excluding unavailable assets)., • Prepare and email daily back-order reports to clinical teams, incorporating current data on delayed items., • Develop and distribute weekly excessive oxygen and ventilator reports; verify inventory across RTs and drivers, notify individuals of tracked excess, and manage follow-up communications (process spans 2–3 days weekly)., • Reconcile daily REC vents/oxygen receipts against field pickup reports (e.g., Blaine’s report or Tableau “Inventory Par Report”)., • Track and report field equipment issues to upper management (daily monitoring, with potential weekly summary emails)., • Provide full in-home Respiratory Therapy services to an assigned caseload (e.g., 4 ventilator patients), including setup, quarterly follow-ups, supply ordering, compliance monitoring, after-hours on-call for emergencies, and ensuring accounts remain current to avoid insurance billing holds., • Attend daily morning inventory team meetings and weekly meetings with inventory team and clinical directors., • Respond to Teams chats and inquiries from clinical managers, RTs, and drivers; post updates on clinical inventory channels for equipment finds and follow-ups., • Process inventory ticketing system assignments, including label creation, pickup scheduling, and ticket resolution., • Participate in new hire training meetings and support RT training program improvements related to inventory processes., • Maintain active Respiratory Therapist licensure in required states (e.g., TN, GA, VA), including completion of continuing education units (CEUs) and compliance with state requirements., • Perform other duties as assigned, including ad-hoc equipment troubleshooting support, coordination with clinical staff, and contributions to regulatory compliance., • Adhere to company dress code, maintain a professional appearance, and represent the organization positively., • Complete annual education/in-service requirements and stay current in respiratory therapy and inventory management practices., • Maintain strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and company policies., • Exhibit effective written and verbal communication skills; build strong working relationships across clinical, inventory, and management teams. Minimum Qualifications: • Valid Respiratory Therapist (RT) license in the state(s) of practice (required)., • Experience in respiratory therapy, home medical equipment (HME), or inventory management in a healthcare setting preferred., • Familiarity with respiratory equipment (ventilators, oxygen concentrators), patient compliance monitoring, and insurance billing processes., • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in tools such as Tableau, Bonafide systems, Excel, and reporting dashboards., • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities; able to prioritize under pressure and manage time-sensitive tasks., • Proficient in Microsoft Teams, email communication, and inventory tracking systems., • Knowledge of common respiratory conditions, equipment function/calibration, and basic health insurance guidelines., • Ability to communicate clearly with clinical staff, drivers, management, and patients/families., • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy in data reconciliation and reporting. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Experience supporting high-growth or multi-site healthcare environments., • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements in inventory and clinical operations., • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on data-driven decision making. You will be expected to work during normal business hours, which are Monday through Friday, generally 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with flexibility for varying weekly hours, occasional field work, patient home visits, and after-hours on-call responsibilities for assigned patients. Please note this job description is not designed to cover and/or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.