Supply Chain Clerk

Inventory Specialist

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

Pay Range : $17.50 - $25.43

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Position Overview

Receives and inspects all incoming supplies and equipment into the hospital in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. Performs a variety of clerical duties related to storeroom activities. Dispenses inventory items as requested or as identified through various inventory systems.

Minimum Requirements

Education : High school diploma or equivalency.

Experience : One year previous experience.

Other Credentials : Employees hired after 11 / 1 / 2010 a valid drivers license is required.

Special Training : Completion of basic computer skills classes. Training with electric pallet jack or forklift.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities :

Usual Work Day : 8 Hours

Reporting Relationships

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

Essential Functions

• Receives incoming supplies and equipment through a process of order inspection and comparison of delivered goods as listed on approved purchase orders. Assures receipt is properly documented in the Materials Management Information System (MMIS).
• Performs quality assurance inspection of incoming supplies and equipment such as damaged, obvious and concealed goods and / or the compromise to the integrity of sterile goods and date related products in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Delivers received product to the appropriate end user or storeroom in a timely manner. Handles identified priority deliveries without delay and informs supervisor of delivery. Obtains signature of departmental representative to confirm delivery of goods.
• Notifies supervisor or buyer of any abnormality with a delivery within established timeframe. Documents the MMIS with any discrepancies.
• Handles the return of goods with identified manufacturer or vendor as established by purchasing or as instructed by supervisor. Performs the packing, documenting, and selection of the most cost effective means to transportation.
• Communicates regularly with Accounts Payable by sending invoices and necessary shipping records to ensure proper payment of goods and services. Works with Purchasing and Accounts Payable closely to resolve shipping discrepancies.
• Maintains inbound shipping documentation along with Return Goods Authorization (RGA) forms in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• In absence of the supervisor, creates the reorder quantity for inventory and Dialysis items to be placed with Buyers.
• Assures that the storeroom is neat and orderly at all times. Meets all regulation requirements related to the storage of supplies as evidenced by periodic inspections and the uses of MSDS guidelines related to storage of hazardous goods.
• Performs cycle counts of the physical inventory on a regular schedule. Assures items are placed in their correct bin location and rotates inventory to avoid expired or incorrect picks of supplies.
• Prepares and keeps department records, stock orders, and files efficiently and accurately.
• Operates all power and manual equipment in a safe method as required to perform duties.
• Enters storerooms requisitions accurately into the MMIS to provide expense distribution and decrement inventory values for reorder management. Completes orders of product of required quantity and prepares for delivery as required.
• Performs the delivery to the requested department and delivers to their established receiving area or their storage location per established schedule.
• Maintains various types of supply units such as par carts, par closets, or point of use dispensing cabinets in an organized fashion. Performs reorder of supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels on nursing units and other areas as identified.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

Frequent physical demands include : Standing, Walking, Carry objects, Push / Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Talk or Hear. Occasional physical demands include : Sitting, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Squat / kneel / crawl, Wrist position deviation, Pinching / fine motor activities, Keyboard use / repetitive motion. Continuous physical demands include : Lifting Floor to Waist 50 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 50 lbs. Sensory Requirements include : Very Accurate 20 / 40, Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Accurate Depth Perception, Moderate Hearing.

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following : Chemical, Extreme Temperatures, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations, Extreme Noise Levels, Dust / Particulate Matter

This position is eligible for the following benefits : Medical Plan, Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Retirement Savings and Investment Plan, Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Disability Benefits Long Term Disability (LTD), Disability Benefits Short Term Disability (STD), Employee Assistance Program, Commuter Transit, Commuter Parking, Supplemental Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Spouse, Voluntary Life Employee, Voluntary Life Child, Voluntary Legal Services, Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance, Voluntary Pet Insurance, Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and / or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and / or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.