Program Manager Value Analysis

• DEPARTMENT: 18331 - Supply Chain Services
• LOCATION: 1100 Immokalee Road, Naples, FL, 34110
• WORK TYPE: Full Time
• WORK SCHEDULE: 8 Hour Day

ABOUT NCH

NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.

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JOB SUMMARY

The Program Manager, Value Analysis is responsible for growth and operational management of the NCH Value Analysis Program with the goal of achieving supply expense management initiatives while balancing optimal clinical outcomes with excellence in quality of care, appropriate product utilization, and supply stewardship. Responsible for analyzing new and existing clinical products within organizational standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties may be assigned.

• Collaborates with Strategic Sourcing and Contracting teams to support sourcing initiatives identified through the Value Analysis process and ensure successful implementation of awarded agreements.

• Prioritizes activities and develops roadmaps for Value Analysis and Contracting teams.

• Increases engagement between the NCH Value Analysis team and NCH Clinical Leaders and serves as liaison to facilitate the value analysis agenda.

• Maintains a positive and effective working relationship between Supply Chain and both internal and external stakeholders (NCH Purchasing, NCH Revenue Analysis, Outside Vendors, GPO & IDN partners, etc.).

• Sets strategies for sourcing products, equipment, and services within the framework of GPO and IDN relationships and other vendor partnerships.

• Collaborates with departments to evaluate the cost-benefit of product conversions and standardization and monitors and reports on conversion compliance and their ROI.

• Incorporates strategies and tactical leadership for the Value Analysis committee to meet NCH operational and fiscal objectives as they relate to quality initiatives and supply and service expenses.

• Creates active working relationships between vendor and GPO partners to review products/services and contracts for standardization and effective/efficient utilization of products/services.

• Ensures that all trials and evaluations are unbiased and conducted in a professional manner.

• Tracks status of and provides reports on value analysis initiatives, both successful and unachieved.

• Maintains a portfolio of active initiatives, providing regular reporting on projected, realized, and sustained savings.

• Partners with physicians, nursing leadership, and operational stakeholders to evaluate products, technologies, and services while balancing clinical outcomes, patient safety, and financial stewardship.

• Ensures regulatory compliance related to product use within hospital guidelines

• Assists Administrative Director, Procurement & Strategic Sourcing in updating policy and procedures, assuring staff compliance.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of Bachelor's Degree with 5 years' experience

OR

Associates Degree with 8 years' experience

OR

High School/GED with 10 years' experience within value analysis

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related role required.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN), APP (Advanced Practice Provider - DNP,PA,APRN), or other clinical license in the State of Florida preferred.
• Experience in acute care setting or working with clinical staff preferred.
• Experience in Healthcare MMIS preferred.
• Strong ability to effectively and promptly solve problems.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize efficiently.
• Adept at data analysis, visualization, and communication.
• Experience working with information systems and data files.
• Advanced computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows