Lead Receiver ( Full-time, Days, No Weekends)

Job Title

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Schedule: 7 AM to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday no weekends

Summary

Lead the receiving, return to vendor, an auditable record keeping of the receiving operation as well as delivery services. Acts as Lead to assist and monitor daily receiving department activities. Ensures accurate receipts of all supplies delivered through Receiving area to include physical count, entry in materials computer system, and delivery of product and proof of delivery throughout entire process. Monitors INR report to ensure all receipts are entered and identifies problems with receiving process and makes corrections. Secures all supply deliveries to prevent loss and theft. Maintains organized filing system. Assists other departments with delivery requests and coordinates all freight traffic to end users. Works with Purchasing Department to ensure proper set-up and creation of purchase orders as they relate to delivery and order entry. Assists with other Materials Management initiatives as needed. Maintains hospital vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Makes recommendations on hiring, performance appraisals, and disciplinary action including discharge of personnel to the Assistant Director.
• Schedules employees, maintains department staffing requirements, and provides work guidance during the shift.
• Answers phone and field messages in a timely manner.
• Develops and maintains accurate receiving and delivery records as well as Return to Vendor documents.
• Distributes work to staff to properly rotate stock items according to department policy in all storeroom locations.
• Print labels and update handheld scanners as required.
• Participates in product evaluation/ in service process.
• Maintains continuity of services in emergency situations (i.e. may be required to continue staffing in disaster codes and other emergencies)
• Makes contact with various customers (service users) to ensure the adequacy of service provided, responds, and resolves problems and complaints.
• Establishes and maintains a professional rapport with all internal and external customers.
• Monitors the service provided, recommends improvements, and refinements in system.
• IV Solution management to include insuring IV fluids are secure and locked in all areas storeroom and receiving area. Demonstrates timely delivery/security of medications to patient care areas in a manner that protects the safety and integrity of all medications.
• Ensures that all areas are maintained in a clean, clutter free and organized work environment as per department procedure/policy.
• Ensures that all cardboard and packing material are disposed of properly.
• Receives product and makes deliveries as needed in maintaining a smooth operation of the Receiving Department.
• Resolves delivery disputes with end users, Purchasing Dept, vendors and accounts payable.

Required Credentials

• Driver's License (Required)
• Valid Driver's License

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
• Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience: And 3+ years Health Care Materials Management Experience

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.Salary Range:$17.75 - $28.33/HourlyAs part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education.

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.