Juan A. Valadez
Big Spring,TX
Summary
Purchasing Agent with six years of experience in healthcare procurement and supply chain management, using a government credit card and electronic contract management system (eCMS). Proven track record of interpreting clinical prescriptions, negotiating favorable vendor pricing for durable medical equipment (DME), and optimizing delivery time to improve patient care. Adept at managing supplier relationships and maintaining compliance with contracts and healthcare regulations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Purchasing Agent
VA Hospital, Prosthetics Department.
Big Spring, TX
10.2021 - Current
- Experience getting turney seat for Automobile Adaptive Equipment (AAE)
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to identify supply needs and streamline ordering procedures.
- Assist veterans filling forms for Clothing Allowance .
- Trained junior staff on procurement best practices and APAT systems utilization.
- Facilitated smooth operations through accurate tracking of purchase orders, invoices, and payments.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through collaboration, professional development, and open communication among team members.
- Maintained complete documentation and records of all purchasing activities.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials through effective planning and coordination with suppliers.
- Assist veterans requesting information on Home Improvement and Structural Alterations (HISA) grant.
- Create purchase orders using Advanced Prosthetics Acquisition Tool (APAT)
- Maintained consistent email communication with stores and suppliers to confirm and track orders and verify price revisions on purchase orders.
- Improved supplier relationships through regular communication and proactive problemsolving.
- Ensure vendor quotes use and charge the correct national CMS/ Health Care Procedural Coding System (HCPCS) codes.
- Supported company growth by identifying new suppliers and expanding the vendor base.
- Improved vendor relationships, ensuring timely deliveries and quality goods by regular communication and performance evaluations.
- Ensured compliance with both contracts and internal policies through documentation and audits.
- Conducted research to identify best vendors for cost savings on non contracted items.
- Maintained documentation for all purchases.
- Searched for hard-to-find items and found high-quality, reliable vendors.
- Work with Veterans Health Information System and Technology Architecture (VistA) to help keep a record of purchased DME for patients.
- Worked with medical providers to find cost saving items to fulfill diverse needs.
- Dailey use of Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS), to help with consult tracking and ordering.
Transportation Coordinator
VA Hospital, Mobility Department
300 W Veterans Blvd, Big Spring TX
05.2014 - 10.2021
- Transportation Coordinator, VA Hospital
As the Transportation Coordinator I work with no Supervision. One of my major duties is overseeing daily operations of Veteran Transportation Service (VTS). - Enter and manage statistical reports on veteran demographics, routes taken, vehicle maintenance cost per mile and special mode (i.e. wheelchair van) cost avoidance.
- Keep track and log all VTS transactions, certify ambulance bills as well as track missing receipts in excel spreadsheets to give a detailed expense report.
- Assist in preparation and changes in VTS HCSM as well create and provide flyers to advertise for the program
- I assist in setting up meeting, taking minutes, and assisting in the interview process
- Receive all travel consults and ensure veterans receiving Special Mode services (i.e. ambulances) meet qualifications.
- Maintain files and records on point of contacts that assist the program and reach out as needed.
- Maintain calendar of veteran’s and employee’s appointments in order to schedule and use drivers in the most efficient way.
- Experience timekeeping for VTS department
- Enter pertinent veteran information into VetRide, a program for managing veteran’s trips requests to and from VA authorized appointments.
- Maintain veteran, driver and vehicle data base in order to ensure veterans using our program meet the qualifications indicated in VTS policy as well as keeping up with vehicle maintenance records.
- Training new employees on using VetRide tablets, logging, setting efficient routes, using wheelchair lifts and safely securing wheelchair bound veterans in vehicles.
- Have helped in recruiting new drivers in order to have the VTS program running efficiently.
- Daily interact as well as receive calls from veterans, screening them on eligibility to receive services from VTS as well as referring them to the proper resources when needed.
- Maintain multiple drivers and third party ambulance companies to meet veterans needs
- Supervise drivers daily in order to ensure runs are completed within time restraints.
- Enter veteran and driver information into Vetride software in order to create a schedule on a daily basis that drivers follow
- Complete data entry on a daily basis
- Created detailed expense reports
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.
- Working with very limited resources in a highly rural area
- Offered office-wide Vetride software support and training, including troubleshooting issues and optimizing usage.
- Managed office inventory by restocking supplies and placing purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
Motor Vehicle Operator
VA Hospital, Mobility Department
300 Veterans Blvd, Big Spring, TX 79720
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Use Route Match software to input daily logs/appointments for vehicles and veterans
- Schedule transportation for veteran appointments and other needs
- Assist Mobility Manager with variety of tasks including keeping track of vehicle records.
- Track fuel consumption of vehicles.
- Track milage and maintenance needs of all vehicles in the Mobility Department.
- Track daily expenses of vehicles assigned.
- Maintain professional and courteous with all veterans who I come in contact with.
- Transport veterans to appointments.
Correctional Officer
GEO group inc
1701 Apron Dr, Big Spring, TX 79720 (432) 264-0060
05.2008 - 03.2013
- Scheduled and oversaw transfer of inmates to different facilities
- Coordinated exercise schedule of all 150 inmates in special housing unit daily
- Consulted superiors of improvements needed in feeding operations in special housing units
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Maintained records and control of over 150 inmates housed in maximum security unit.
- Kept and maintained different logs of suicidal inmates feedings, activity, exercise, and hygiene simultaneously on a daily basis
- Entered log data into the company computer system
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to help keep the institution safe and secure.
Automotive technician
Price Construction
2701 Texas 350, Big Spring, TX 79720
01.2008 - 04.2008
- Scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
- Coordinated places to meet in the field for emergency maintenance of fleet vehicles
- Maintained vehicle records by recording and filing all service and repairs, then transferred the information into the database
- Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
- Ensured the completion of routine maintenance to prevent future breakdowns.
- Managed the front counter, including answering the phone and opening and closing the shop.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes and brake pads.
- Verified vehicle serviceability by conducting test drives and adjusting controls and systems.
M1A1 SEP System Technician
General Dynamics
38500 Mound Rd Sterling Heights
04.2007 - 01.2008
- Scheduled transfers of Abrahms Tanks to their destination in Iraq after vehicles had been refurbished
- Collected necessary information of fleet movement in order to better support the company in field operations
- Scheduled maintenance services on entire turret systems
- Coordinated maintenance support of vehicles in the field
- Managed and maintained the necessary level of supplies in the shop.
- Blueprints/Technical Diagrams reading
- Integrated Electronic Systems
- Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors.
- Integrated Electronic Systems
M1 Abrams Tank System Maintainer
U.S.Army
Fort Hood, TX 76544
07.2002 - 03.2007
- Dispatcher for Abrams Tank company in Iraq
- Shipment/Transportation Planning within the company
- Schedule/Itinerary Planning of personnel under my supervision
- Process Analysis and Improvement
- Inventory Management and Distribution of tools and equipment within the platoon
- Tracked personnel and supplies within the company.
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $ 2 million
- Reviewed disciplinary and other adverse actions and made recommendations.
- Extensive troubleshooting on daily basis
- Mechanical Equipment/System Installation/Repair
- Operated and maintained communications equipment.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Porterville High School
465 W Olive Ave, Porterville, CA 932572002
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Howard College
Big Spring, TXSkills
- Trained and experienced in Microsoft 365 applications, Word, SharePoint, OneNote, and Excel
- Experience using the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)
- Experienced with Veterans Health Information System and Technology Architecture (VistA)
- Experienced with the Advanced Prosthetics Acquisition Tool (APAT)
- Effective time management
- Experienced In Microsoft Outlook, and Power Point
- First Aid certified
- Fluent in English and Spanish
Timeline
Purchasing Agent
VA Hospital, Prosthetics Department.
10.2021 - Current
Transportation Coordinator
VA Hospital, Mobility Department
05.2014 - 10.2021
Motor Vehicle Operator
VA Hospital, Mobility Department
02.2014 - 05.2014
Correctional Officer
GEO group inc
05.2008 - 03.2013
Automotive technician
Price Construction
01.2008 - 04.2008
M1A1 SEP System Technician
General Dynamics
04.2007 - 01.2008
M1 Abrams Tank System Maintainer
U.S.Army
07.2002 - 03.2007
High School Diploma - undefined
Porterville High School
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Howard College