OR Inventory Coordinator

About the role

The Operating Room Inventory Coordinator is an entry-level, hands-on role supporting surgical services through supply distribution and inventory management. This is a physically active materials coordination position, not an administrative, clerical, or scheduling role. 

At Novant Health, we’re committed to supporting the people who support our facilities.

• Comprehensive benefits package that starts on day one

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

• Retirement savings plans with employer match

• Paid time off

• Career growth opportunities 

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact when patients and families need it most

• Perform dailyhands-on supply distribution and inventory support for Surgical Services 

• Monitor inventory usage, stock emergency and after hours- supplies, adjust par levels, and respond to real-time supply needs

• Maintain clean, organized, and audit-ready supply and par locations

• Identify and manage expired, obsolete, backordered, and converted products

• Complete inventory transactions and audits using Lawson, handheld scanners, and materials systems

• Coordinate bill-only items, product deliveries, and vendor-supported supplies

• Support equipment needs, including repairs, loaners, and substitute equipment

• Participate in supply chain huddles, meetings, and disaster response activities

• Follow all departmental policies, infection prevention practices, and regulatory standards

Education

• High School Diploma or GED, required

• Bachelor’s degree, preferred

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) years of hands-on materials management experience, required
  OR

• Minimum of three (3) years of direct OR/Surgical Services experience, required

  • Surgical Services experience must include active involvement in supply handling, inventory control, or equipment support

  • Administrative-only or office-based experience does not meet this requirement

• Previous Healthcare experience HIGHLY preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Strong verbal communication skills and comfort working face-to-face with clinical teams, vendors, and leadership

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment

• Ability to prioritize tasks and respond quickly to changing surgical needs

• Strong attention to detail with a practical, solutions-focused mindset

• Basic computer skills and ability to learn inventory management systems

• Reliable, team-oriented approach with a service mindset

Work Environment & Physical Expectations

• Frequent walking throughout surgical and perioperative areas

• Regular bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, and pulling during the workday

• Ability to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 20 lbs

• Work performed primarily in active clinical areas with changing priorities

 At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.