Inventory Specialist

Compensation Salary Range: $24.57 - $34.18 per hour. The pay range represents the lowest possible rate and the highest possible rate for this position. Factors that may be used to determine where a newly hired employee will be placed in the pay range include specific skills and qualifications, relevant years of experience, and comparison to other employees in a similar role. Most often a newly hired employee will be placed below the midpoint of the range. Responsibilities Under general supervision in Central Services, the Inventory Specialist performs inventory maintenance, supply ordering, and restocking for patient care areas to ensure adequate supplies are available for patient use. Restocks and maintains storage within Central Services, performs other duties as assigned, and participates in team activities and assignments to accomplish organizational and departmental goals and objectives. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Prepares and maintains records for inventory control, such as purchase orders, receipts, packaging records, supplies dispensed, and patient accounts. Prepares packs of supplies, instruments, and dressings and treatment trays, according to designated lists or codes, and wraps, labels, and seals packs. Stores supplies/inventory in designated areas, including some which require special handling (i.e., sterile supplies). Delivers sterile and other supplies to hospital departments. Rotates stock inventory and removes outdated products. Coordinates returns of unusable or expired merchandise/supplies. Replenishes unit stock items using inventory control system. Maintains and cleans equipment used in Central Services. Fills requisitions, ensures charge slips are placed on supplies, charges and inventories supplies. Prepares supplies and charges for resale to physicians. Maintains charges to ensure follow‑up on physicians' accounts. Orders special and stock items with approval from Central Services Supervisor. Analyzes purchase data and uses Excel to forecast future needs by sorting purchase history and developing trend patterns. Uses Excel to identify items ordered most frequently and how often. Performs a variety of clerical tasks in support of Central Services operations. May perform a variety of light housekeeping tasks to maintain a safe and clean environment in Central Services. Ensures customer satisfaction by providing assistance and guidance with respect to materials needs and strives to exceed customer expectations. Identifies the need for changes in procedures and takes initiative to implement within assigned area of responsibility or makes a recommendation for change to the responsible party. Orients new employees as requested. Leads small‑group training or one‑on‑one situations for supply/material procedures. Participates in and supports the departmental performance improvement process. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times and otherwise abides by HIPAA compliance regulations. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities The Inventory Specialist provides direction to other Central Services Technicians. As a lead worker, this position makes work assignments on a daily basis and reports problems, including employee performance issues, to the area manager. The role requires the ability to write legibly and communicate effectively and professionally with others, be assertive and consistent in following policies, work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure, and collaborate effectively with others. Qualifications Required: High school diploma, or equivalent (GED). Two (2) years of experience in central supply, purchasing, inventory or related field. Preferred: One (1) year of related work experience in an acute care hospital setting. Five (5) years of experience in central supply, purchasing, inventory, or related field. Benefits Competitive Pay Shift Differentials In‑House Registry Rates Fidelity 403(b) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Medical (EPO/PPO), Dental, & Vision Insurance Coverage Voluntary Worksite Benefits Employee Assistance Program Available 24/7 (EAP) Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Recognition programs Employee service recognition events Home, Retail, Travel & Entertainment Discounts National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week celebrations Community Memorial Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation. 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