Lead Supply Technician

Clinical Staff - Medical Services

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Summary of Job Duties:

The Supply Technician Lead actively participates in the Central Supply work force and leads/instructs Supply Technicians in the daily completion of supply restocking duties. Also, provides relief supervision in the absence of the CS Supervisor. Actively participates in the inventory, filling and restocking of supply par areas on Nursing and/or Surgical units. Displays proficiency when using the Pyxis computerized restocking process; completes par level assignments in allocated amount of time. Practices stock rotation, removal of outdated supplies and cycle counting of supplies to ensure accuracy of counts. Receives and stocks supplies in Central Supply as assigned and/or as needed. Provides relief supervision in the absence of the Supervisor (Clinical Tech III). Trains and leads Clinical Tech I's in the proper restocking of nursing/surgical supply areas, maintenance of supply areas and Central Supply; ensures that daily work assignments are given and completed. Counsels employees and makes disciplinary recommendations to the Supervisor as needed. Trains all Clinical Tech I's in proper department procedures; documents training with all new employees; follows up to ensure employee competency and advises Supervisor on employee performance. Staffs the Central Supply dispatch window as assigned; issues and records supply that are sent via pick up, delivery or tube system; greets visitors quickly and courteously; answers phone inquiries and assists as needed; issues out procedure trays and carts and records the issuance.

Qualifications:

• High School/GED or formal educational equivalent and six months experience in supply distribution preferably in healthcare environment plus 2 years previous experience in stocking supplies and/ or supervisory experience.

Salary Information:

"Commensurate with education and experience"

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Optional Documents:

Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Constant Physical Activity:

Balancing, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Kneeling, Stooping

Occasional Physical Activity:

Climbing, Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling

Benefits Eligible:

Yes