Introduction

Healthcare procurement plays a pivotal role in ensuring that healthcare organizations have the necessary resources to deliver quality care. This 5-day course will focus on the unique aspects of procurement in the healthcare sector, addressing the challenges and strategies needed to navigate the complex landscape of healthcare supply chains. Participants will gain practical knowledge on how to effectively manage procurement processes, from sourcing medical supplies to negotiating contracts, while ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and maintaining cost-effectiveness. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped to optimize procurement operations in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare systems.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the key principles and practices of healthcare procurement.
• Navigate the regulatory framework surrounding healthcare procurement, including FDA regulations, healthcare compliance, and public sector procurement laws.
• Develop strategies for sourcing and managing medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and equipment.
• Improve vendor management and develop effective contract negotiation skills specific to the healthcare sector.
• Optimize procurement strategies to improve cost efficiency without compromising patient care or product quality.
• Address the challenges of sustainable procurement and ethical sourcing in the healthcare industry.
• Manage risk and ensure compliance with healthcare-specific procurement regulations.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for:

• Procurement professionals in the healthcare sector, including those working in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare organizations.
• Healthcare administrators and managers involved in supply chain and procurement processes.
• Contract managers responsible for negotiating and managing healthcare supply contracts.
• Regulatory compliance officers working in healthcare organizations or governmental agencies.
• Vendors and suppliers who want to understand how to engage with the healthcare sector more effectively.
• Legal professionals specializing in healthcare law, public procurement, and contract management.

Course Outline

Day 1: Introduction to Healthcare Procurement

• Overview of Healthcare Procurement:
  • The role and importance of procurement in the healthcare sector.
  • Key challenges and opportunities in healthcare procurement.
  • Procurement models in healthcare: centralized vs. decentralized procurement.
• Regulatory Framework:
  • Overview of the FDA regulations and their impact on healthcare procurement.
  • Public procurement laws and healthcare-specific regulations.
  • Compliance with ethical standards and sustainability in procurement.
• Procurement Cycle in Healthcare:
  • The steps of the healthcare procurement process: from needs assessment to payment.
  • Key stakeholders involved in healthcare procurement: suppliers, contractors, and healthcare providers.

Day 2: Sourcing and Purchasing in Healthcare

• Sourcing Medical Supplies and Equipment:
  • How to assess and prioritize needs in healthcare organizations.
  • Sourcing strategies for medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and medical equipment.
  • Evaluating suppliers: quality assurance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiating Contracts with Healthcare Vendors:
  • Key contract terms for healthcare procurement: delivery schedules, warranties, and penalties.
  • Techniques for negotiating favorable terms with suppliers.
  • Ensuring long-term partnerships with suppliers to maintain supply chain stability.
• Cost Control and Budgeting:
  • How to develop effective procurement budgets for healthcare organizations.
  • Cost-saving strategies without compromising quality or care.
  • Optimizing inventory management to reduce waste and improve cost-efficiency.

Day 3: Healthcare Supply Chain Management

• Supply Chain Operations in Healthcare:
  • Key components of the healthcare supply chain: sourcing, storage, distribution, and delivery.
  • Managing and optimizing inventory systems in healthcare settings.
  • Integration of technology and automation in supply chain management.
• Risk Management in Healthcare Procurement:
  • Identifying potential risks in procurement: supply chain disruptions, price fluctuations, and product recalls.
  • Developing contingency plans to mitigate risks in procurement and supply chains.
  • Quality assurance and product recalls in healthcare procurement.
• Sustainability and Ethical Sourcing:
  • Understanding the impact of sustainable procurement on healthcare operations.
  • Ethical sourcing practices: how to choose suppliers that align with your values and meet sustainability standards.
  • Case studies of sustainable procurement initiatives in healthcare.

Day 4: Contract Management in Healthcare Procurement

• Contract Law and Healthcare Procurement:
  • Overview of contract law in healthcare procurement.
  • Drafting and managing contracts for medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, and medical services.
  • Ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations in contract management.
• Dispute Resolution and Legal Considerations:
  • How to address contract disputes in healthcare procurement.
  • Legal considerations when working with government entities and public sector procurement.
  • Dispute resolution methods: arbitration, mediation, and litigation.
• Case Study:
  • Participants will review a real-world healthcare procurement contract, identifying key issues and how to address them.

Day 5: Future Trends and Challenges in Healthcare Procurement

• Emerging Trends in Healthcare Procurement:
  • The role of technology and digital transformation in healthcare procurement.
  • The rise of telemedicine and its impact on procurement of medical equipment and supplies.
  • How artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning can optimize procurement processes.
• Global Healthcare Procurement:
  • The challenges of global sourcing for healthcare organizations.
  • Managing procurement risks and compliance with international regulations.
  • Understanding cross-border contracts and managing international suppliers.
• Future Challenges:
  • Adapting to healthcare reforms, pandemics, and other unforeseen challenges.
  • Ensuring healthcare procurement systems are resilient and adaptable.
  • Final project: Participants will create an action plan for optimizing a healthcare procurement function within their organization.

Conclusion

Healthcare procurement professionals face unique challenges, balancing cost control, compliance, and quality assurance. This course empowers participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to manage procurement processes effectively and sustainably in the healthcare sector.

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Certified Healthcare Procurement Specialist (CHPS) certificate from Learnify® Training, confirming their expertise in healthcare procurement processes, contract management, and supply chain optimization.

Certification Benefits:

• Enhanced career opportunities in healthcare procurement, supply chain management, and contract negotiation.
• Mastery of procurement strategies to ensure the efficient supply of medical goods and services.
• Recognition as a specialist in healthcare procurement practices and compliance.