Inventory Specialist

Inventory Specialist processes requisitions, pulling and delivering of stock items to ordering departments. Receiving and delivering of special orders item(s) to the appropriate departments. Supports the Supply Chain Management mission. Participates in the continuous quality improvement process. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Projects an image of professionalism in communication, appearance and conduct. Receives and processes supply and special order requests, replenishes specialty carts and kits and occasionally cleans and reprocesses various medical equipment. Records important documentation in appropriate log book. Maintains a working knowledge of departmental standard operating procedures. This knowledge may include the use of specialized instrumentation, quality control requirements, and preventive maintenance. Performs other duties as assigned. Ensures that the all assigned units have been inventoried and requisitions are keyed and pulled accurately in a timely manner. This will include a copy of the computer generated requisition with each order. Delivers all priority item(s) promptly, FedEx standard next day and UPS Red & Blue no later than two hours after being received. Ensure that assigned orders are pulled and delivered in a timely manner. Ensure that the deliveries of non priority item(s) are being taken to the ordering department when delivering stats to make efficient use of time. Notifies user/ordering department of back orders or substitutions by attaching the appropriate notification form to their order(s). When putting storeroom item(s) away with expiration dates, the newer item(s) are being placed to the rear or bottom and the older is being pulled to the front or top (this includes checking for expired item(s). Performs job function in accordance with departmental policy and procedures. Maintains current knowledge of departmental updates and Policy & Procedures. During light workload situations, seeks out additional tasks/duties. Accommodates changes in workload within the department. Demonstrates flexibility in accepting changes in the schedule and work assignments. Reports to the Supervisor in a timely manner all “near misses”, potential, and actual errors. Accurately performs computer functions. Answers the telephone with a smile and pleasant voice. Identifies self and department. Shipping & Receiving (or as assigned), Ensure that all item product numbers match and the quantity noted on packing slip(s) and that all special instructions are followed. Ensuring that Purchasing notified immediately of any discrepancies. Placing a copy of system print out with item(s) for the ordering department to provide information on what was shipped and what is on backordered. Keeping your coworkers informed of the status of received goods that require special handling attention. When receiving telephone inquiries on special ordered item(s) you are ensuring that all the information that is being given to the ordering department is correct and all problems are cared for in a timely manner. Maintains refrigerator log for special order item(s), daily check of thermostat reading and notifies supervisor of any problems with reading. Ensures all electrical equipment is being recharged on daily basis and supervisor notified of mechanical problems, checks water level of batteries (forklift and electric pallet jack) weekly. Perform other duties as assigned. Logs calls and supply request on Central Services log sheet. Checks off items on log sheet, including time item left department and when delivered. Accurately maintains all log sheets, books and reports with efficiency. Other duties as assigned.Skills:Preferred: Clerk I: N/A Clerk II: Three (3) years Central Services experience. Required: All Levels: Ability to communicate effectively, utilizing both verbal and writing skills. Must be able to operate machinery; i.e., pallet jacks. Demonstrates effective communication, interpersonal skills, organizational ability, knowledge of proper body mechanics, safety measures and infection control, ability to follow instructions, knowledge of section specific test information and instrumentation may be required. Must be able to speak read and write the English language. Must be available to work weekends as required.Education:High school diploma or equivalent work experience. 6 months to 1 year previous storeroom experience, preferably in a hospital.

Job Types: Contract, Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location