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Form of workUnder general supervision, performs receiving activities including inspects parcels and checks for proper shipping standards. Prepares items to be shipped out for credit, repair, exchange, evaluation, or case studies. Coordinates shipping arrangements with various freight vendors for pick-ups. Performs activities associated with the delivery of Supply & Distribution services. Responsible for inventory picking and put-away activities, which may include case cart picking. Assist in resolution of routine problems and process improvements.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Coordinates shipping arrangements with various freight carriers for pick-ups. Communicates with freight vendors such as Federal Express, Airborne, UPS, USPS, ISC, etc.
- Receives, inspects and sorts all inbound parcels including mail to ensure they have been properly prepared for shipping according to security, (radioactive or hazardous materials) and shipping standards (correct address and labeling)
- Provide customer support via responding to stat request, answering email, phone and various other communication methods.
- Fulfils orders (standard order, case cart picking, etc.) including picking and delivery of materials including but not limited to supplies, linen, equipment, instruments, mail etc. to patient care and other areas in an efficient, accurate and punctual manner.
- Maintains materials, inventory levels (including performing cycle counts), cleanliness, product expiry and organization within supply stocking areas for both stock and non-stock items via handheld or desktop technology in accordance with federal, state, and regulatory requirements.
- Makes recommendations to improve processes, minimize waste and improve inventory control.
- Follows internal supply chain processes including New Item Add, recalls, substitutes, trials, vendor management etc.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent with some computer knowledge, typing ability and good communications skills.
- Must be able to perform basic math and reading skills
- Approximately six (6) months previous experience in a warehouse or stock department or requisitioning, ordering, or receiving supplies environment to gain a working knowledge of the operations and procedures.
Additional Details
This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.
Overview
Under the leadership of President and CEO Robert G. Riney, Henry Ford Health is a
$6 billion integrated health system comprised of six hospitals, a health plan, and 250+ sites
including medical centers, walk-in and urgent care clinics, pharmacy, eye care facilities and
other healthcare retail. Established in 1915 by auto industry pioneer Henry Ford, the health system
now has 32,000 employees and remains home to the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, one
of the nation’s oldest physician groups. An additional 2,200 physicians are also affiliated with the
health system through the Henry Ford Physician Network. Henry Ford is also one of the region’s
major academic medical centers, receiving between $90-$100 million in annual research funding and
remaining Michigan’s fourth largest NIH-funded institution. Also an active participant in medical
education and training, the health system has trained nearly 40% of physicians currently practicing
in the state and also provides education and training for other health professionals including nurses,
pharmacists, radiology and respiratory technicians. visit HenryFord.com.
Benefits
Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or
making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry
Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice
Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are
dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance
and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an
employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program
(Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is
committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to
race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,
weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,
or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
