Supply Inventory Specialist Surgical Services - Veracity Software Inc

Supply Inventory Specialist Surgical Services
White Plains, NY
Full Time
Mon-Fri, 6:30am-2:30pm

Clerical /Administrative Support
Surgical SVS - Materials MGMT
Day
Sign On Bonus : $2,500
Orders and maintains par levels for inventory in the Surgical Services Department.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:

1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors.
2. Conducts inventory counts, orders, and restocks items on a daily basis
3. Maintains inventory levels based on current usage and par levels set by the Surgical Services Materials & Business Manager (SSMBM)
4. Works closely with the SSMBM and Nursing to ensure adequate levels of supplies are always available on the shelves
5. Reviews the Operating Room, Cardiac Cath Lab, and Endoscopy department procedure schedules on a daily basis and ensures product availability
6. Places requisitions for supply orders through Meditech
7. Restocks shelves on a first in, first out basis and ensures product is kept neat, organized, and easily accessible
8. Works with the Purchasing Department to confirm orders and product availability
9. Proactively checks for product backorders, communicates and provides updates to the SSMBM and Nursing
10. Serve as specific and dedicated Service Line Liaisons- works closely with the Operating Room Service Line Leaders for service updates, inventory concerns, and product backorders
11. Perform and assist in the Surgical Services annual inventory count
12. Accepts and documents shipments of human donated tissue in accordance with White Plains Hospital, the New York Department of Health, and the Joint Commission standards
13. Maintains a clean and safe environment for all staff members and patients
14. Attends mandatory monthly staff meetings and in-services as appropriate
15. Completes annual department and hospital competency requirements and documents appropriately on White Plains Hospital's Competency/Education Record
16. Adheres to all WPH policies and procedures including dress code, code of conduct, customer service, attendance and submission of annual occupational health requirements
17. Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma required
• Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred
• 2-4 years experience in a health care setting preferred
• Previous Materials Management experience preferred
• Basic or advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel required.
• Knowledge of Meditech system preferred

Core Competencies

• Teamwork & Adaptability
• Acts as a Professional Role Model
• Assessment Skills
• Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)
• Attention to Detail
• Planning & Organizing
• Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
• Stress Tolerance

Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment

• May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull heavy objects (up to 50 pounds), stand, sit, bend, stoop and walk for extended periods of time in order to perform the outlined job duties properly and safely
• Must have the ability to organize, prioritize and execute multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must be detail oriented and able to work under pressure and with interruptions while meeting deadlines

Primary Population Served
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Neonatal (birth – 28 days)	Patients with exceptional communication needs
Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)	Patients with developmental delays
Pediatric (1 – 12 years)	Patients at end of life
Adolescent (13 – 17 years)	Patients under isolation precautions
Adult (18 – 64 years)	Patients with cultural needs
Geriatric (> 65 years)	â˜'All populations
Bariatric Patients with weight related comorbidities	Non-patient care population