Temporary Inventory Assistant, Ryan Hospital - University of Pennsylvania

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Posted Job Title

Temporary Inventory Assistant, Ryan Hospital





Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt





Job Description Summary

The temporary inventory assistant is responsible for assisting the inventory control specialist in managing hospital inventory of medication and supplies,


Duties include:


- Accurately efficiently conducting inventory counts


-Restocking inventory


-Assisting in the maintenance of inventory databases


- Fulfilling department stock orders





Job Description


Job responsibilities include:



+ Accurately and efficiently complete cycle counts


+ Omnicell restocks


+ Database maintenance/price updates


+ Fulfill stock orders


+ Place weekly prescription diet order



Qualifications


High school diploma/GED and 1-2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.






Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania





Department / School

School of Veterinary Medicine





Pay Range

$7.25 - $15.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.








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