Sr Supply Chain Technician

At Houston Methodist, the Sr. Supply Technician position is responsible for performing the physical inventory‑related tasks in Supply Chain Management, including but not limited to receiving, storage, distribution, and replenishment of supplies and equipment—such as rental equipment—used throughout the hospital campus or central distribution center to promote a clinically integrated Supply Chain. This position will perform tasks such as the delivery of supply and equipment orders, stocking of supplies, rotation of supplies, checking of expiration dates, removal of excess inventory and cleaning of clinical equipment. The Sr. Supply Chain Technician will assist in customer inquiry and perform financial transactions in various hospital systems, apply moderate skills and understanding of department and hospital processes and procedures, and provide support to clinical and ancillary areas while working independently under minimal supervision. Shift Schedule: 5‑8‑hour shifts, Monday to Friday, from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. FLSA Status: Non‑exempt. Qualifications Education High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post‑secondary education, etc.) Experience Two years of previous experience in a customer service role or Healthcare, Supply Chain or Materials Management. Skills and Abilities Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations. Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security. Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles. Knowledge of PPE and process requirements for Sterile Supply helpful. Demonstrates critical thinking skills. Essential Functions People Essential Functions Facilitates open, professional communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example; provides mentorship for effective communication skills and assists in team members’ development of such skills. Serves as a lead resource, as appropriate, for off‑hours and weekends; assists with training of personnel and role‑models teamwork by responding positively to requests for assistance. Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a team‑focused work unit that actively helps one another achieve department goals. Provides contributions towards improvement of department scores for turnover, retention, and employee satisfaction on unit‑based scorecard, i.e. peer‑to‑peer accountability. Service Essential Functions Responds to supply and equipment needs by taking action on adjusting inventory levels or PAR concerns, including updates, additions or subtractions; efficiently delivers and stocks supplies and equipment needed on assigned units or departments and communicates actions to internal customers. Receives, picks, stages and delivers supplies and equipment, including rental equipment, according to schedule and within established guidelines, while ensuring the physical transactions mirror the transactions in the inventory management system. Responds to and oversees supply and equipment requests, both urgent and routine, within established department guidelines. Quality/Safety Essential Functions Reviews, maintains and executes changes for supply and equipment inventory levels to ensure inventory is managed and replenished appropriately to prevent stock‑outs or over‑stock situations. Using documentation such as delivery manifest, pick ticket or packing slip, inspects and audits supply and equipment deliveries based on department standards and procedures (quantity, unit of measure, correct label, physical condition, product expiration). Assists with capture of non‑conforming products by rounding and inspecting supplies and equipment when defects or recalls are identified, and routinely identifies and removes expired product; ensures clinical supply and equipment areas are clean and organized. Responsible for basic troubleshooting of concerns in the inventory management systems, including but not limited to PAR Excellence Scale errors or locating deliveries based on workflow. Finance Essential Functions Responsible for input of all Supply Chain transactions (inventory, receipt, etc.) and ensures transactions are completed accurately within the appropriate tracking systems and established department guidelines. Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies; utilizes efficient and cost‑effective work practices with department resources and supplies; provides recommendations to reduce expenses; self‑motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Growth/Innovation Essential Functions Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality of department services. Participates in special projects and department initiatives and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development; completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis. Supplemental Requirements Work Attire Uniform: Yes Scrubs: Yes Business professional: No Other (department approved): No On‑Call On Call: No Travel May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No #J-18808-Ljbffr Houston Methodist