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Equipment Planner
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Equipment Planner

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Posted:
November 18, 2023
Location:
Boston, Massachusetts
Salary:
Open
Job Summary
The Equipment Planner plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and effective management of medical equipment at a pediatric hospital. You will be responsible for supporting the contracting and sourcing requirements of the entire organization. The position will report to the Director of Supply Chain Adm. You will be involved in the planning, sourcing, procurement, documentation, and installation of medical and non-medical equipment. You will collaborate with various depts, vendors, and healthcare professionals to ensure that the hospital's equipment database is up-to-date with hospital standards.

This Equipment Planner will be responsible to:
  • Collaborate with all levels of clinical staff, facilities, health technology management, architects and other stakeholders to identify medical and non-medical equipment standards for various departments
  • Maintain standards list in equipment database for the org
  • Research, evaluate, and recommend appropriate equipment and supplies based on the hospital's requirements, budgetary considerations, and industry best practices
  • Coordinate with suppliers and procurement teams to ensure timely and cost-effective equipment acquisition
  • Knowledge of compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as hospital policies and procedures
  • Develop and assist with the budgetary planning of projects. Monitor expenses, negotiate contacts, and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising patient safety or quality of care
  • Ensure equipment standards are being followed from the beginning of the design phase to the go-live phase
  • Collaborate with BCH legal to review equipment contracts as needed
  • Report out and prepares monthly EST/EPT project progress or as needed
  • Benchmark quotes using our benchmarking tool ECRI as well as other available sources
  • Review approved requests coming in via our capital equipment software system Hyperion
in-house
  • A Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Healthcare Administration, or a related field and 5 yrs of experience is required. A Master's degree is preferred
  • Proven experience as an Equipment Planner, Equipment Coordinator, or similar role in a healthcare setting, preferably in a pediatric hospital preferred
  • Strong knowledge of equipment types, specifications, and industry standards
  • Excellent project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and build relationships with various stakeholders
  • Knowledge of budgeting and financial principles related to equipment planning and procurement (Hyperion Planning system)
  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, data analysis and ERP (Peoplesoft)systems
  • Hybrid/remote - 2 days in house at Landmark Center or any job site in MA
Boston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.


Internal Number: 72564BR
About Boston Children's Hospital
Boston Children's Hospital is a 395-bed comprehensive center for pediatric health care. As one of the largest pediatric medical centers in the United States, Children's offers a complete range of health care services for children from birth through 21 years of age.
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