Corey Smith
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Results -driven Medical Equipment Planning Specialist with 11+ years of experience in surgical services, sterile processing, and procurement. Proven expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, capital purchasing, and workflow optimization. Skilled in budget development, ROI analysis, and compliance. Recognized for delivering significant cost savings, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring high- quality patient care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager, Medical Equipment Planning & Procurement
Atlas Healthcare Partners
07.2022 - Current
- Drove optimization of surgical center efficiency through strategic budget management, procurement, and workflow enhancement.
- Performed comprehensive total cost of ownership (TCO) and ROI evaluations for equipment purchases.
- Designed and implemented and manage facility estimates and capital budgets across multiple centers.
- Secured favorable best- in-class pricing and contracts; saved over $4.5M across three years.
- Directed capital purchasing approvals and ensure timely delivery of surgical instruments and equipment.
- Mentored and trained teams on CAPEX policies, compliance, and audit readiness to streamline processes
Materials Manager
Integrated Surgical Services
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Cleaned up the entire Item master in ENVI
- Achieved reduction in and organized inventory on shelf and labeled it for accurate Bin Locations
- Enhanced and streamlined the ordering process
- Oversaw and streamlined and confirmed active contracts
- Standardized Supplies and Implants through education and collaboration with Staff
- Validated and ensured best in Class pricing on supplies and equipment through GPO confirmation
- Lead Storage renovation Project and negotiations
Regional Certified Surgical Technologist
Arizona Urology Specialists
10.2020 - 03.2022
- SPD Manager/Clinical Educator for all Clinical facilities and SPD departments
- Developed innovative multiple workflows for clinical and surgical staff
- Procure and assemble instrument and physician specialty trays for new Ambulatory Surgery Centers
- Tracked and ensured and maintain facility inventory
- Opened and Set up the new center from the beginning
- Cultivated and maintained and maintain strong relationships with sales representatives, while achieving through negotiation substantial savings on a national level.
Education
Healthcare Administration - undefined
GCC
12.2025
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - undefined
New York Institute of Career Development
11.2020
Surgical Technology - undefined
Brookline College
Phoenix03.2014
Skills
- Procurement Systems & ERP Tools
- Inventory Management Software
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- ENVI
- Bluebeam
- Monday
- Garner
- HST
- Vizient
- Premier
- E-Builder
Accomplishments
- $4.5M cost savings through strategic vendor negotiations and contract management.
- Designed and implemented specialty templates to standardize budgeting and equipment selections.
Personal Information
Title: Project Manager - Medical Equipment Planning & Procurement
Timeline
Project Manager, Medical Equipment Planning & Procurement
Atlas Healthcare Partners
07.2022 - Current
Materials Manager
Integrated Surgical Services
03.2022 - 07.2022
Regional Certified Surgical Technologist
Arizona Urology Specialists
10.2020 - 03.2022
Healthcare Administration - undefined
GCC
Certified Registered Central Service Technician (CRCST) - undefined
New York Institute of Career Development
Surgical Technology - undefined
Brookline College