JOB OVERVIEW:
This position is responsible for ensuring the availability and accuracy of medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals. This customer-facing position supports clinical staff by maintaining optimal inventory levels, responding to supply requests, and ensuring timely replenishment of critical items. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, and committed to supporting patient care through efficient inventory practices
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain accurate inventory of medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals across clinical units.
- Respond promptly to supply requests from nursing and clinical staff, ensuring timely delivery and resolution.
- Conduct routine inventory audits and cycle counts to ensure data accuracy and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Receive, inspect, and document incoming shipments, ensuring items meet quality and safety standards.
- Organize and label inventory in storage areas, supply rooms, and point-of-use locations.
- Collaborate with clinical teams to discuss supply needs based on patient volume and care requirements.
- Utilize inventory management systems (e.g., Pyxis, Omnicell, Lawson) to track stock levels and generate reports.
- Escalate supply shortages or discrepancies to the appropriate departments for resolution.
- Ensure compliance with infection control, safety, and regulatory standards (e.g., Joint Commission, OSHA).
- Support emergency preparedness by maintaining adequate stock of critical supplies.
- Participate in special projects and other duties as assigned.
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
- Knowledge of medical terminology and healthcare supply chain best practices.
- Experience with barcode scanning and automated dispensing systems.
- Detail oriented and accountable for making accurate decisions under set guidelines.
- Ability to follow instructions, work under stress, and handle multiple assignments.
- Ability to read fine print and differentiate products with similar characteristics (size, color, vendor code
- Familiarity with healthcare inventory systems and electronic health records (EHR) is a plus.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with clinical staff and vendors.
- Ability to lift and move medical supplies and equipment as needed.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
GENERAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES:
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
- Very good attention to detail and accuracy
- Customer service oriented and ability to work with and resolve complex issues
- Ability to plan and arrange activities
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to multi-task
- Ability to manage conflict
- Capacity to work effectively under pressure
- Analytical thinking
- Oversee small to medium sized projects
- Identify and recommend continuous improvement opportunities
- Establish productive working relationships at multiple levels within the organization
MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE:
Typically 4 or more years of related experience.
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
Typically High School education, vocational training and/or on-the-job training. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
TRAVEL / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Lift, carry or move products 0-10 lbs. frequently and 11-75 lbs. occasionally.
- Walk on concrete floors frequently.
- Gripping, pushing, pulling and fine hand manipulation frequently.
- Twist or bend torso frequently.
- Climb ladder occasionally.
- Handling tools continuously (Computer, RF Device, Utility Knife).
- Conditions: Continuous temperature-controlled building.
- May be expose to dust occasionally.
- Work in a cold environment occasionally.
Henry Schein, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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