Supply Chain Technician-IL

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Position Summary

The Supply Chain Technician handles receiving, organization, and distribution of supplies and equipment throughout the hospital. This includes review of product accuracy, par level tracking, and response to replenishment needs.

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

3-5 years of experience in supply chain, business, or related field may be considered in lieu of a diploma or equivalent.

2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Healthcare, or related field is preferred.

N/A

Effective interpersonal skills.

Proactively approaches responsibilities.

Friendly and service oriented.

Ability to use a handheld computer and keyboard.

Highly thorough and dependable.

Excellent organizational skills.

Verifies shipment, notes damages, overages, and shortages, completes receiving documentation within the inventory software and may use equipment such as pallet jacks. 

Picks, stocks, and/or delivers supplies as requisitioned by par level or department. This may include delivering to off-site locations at some facilities.   

Communicates out of stocks and other inventory concerns with supervisor and designated colleagues of all affected areas using appropriate software.  

Performs warehouse duties including rotating stock, cycle counting, breaking down boxes, and cleaning (storerooms, warehouses, and work areas) and following hospital policy for monitoring supply outdates.

Notifies appropriate party of discrepancies and items to be returned.  

Prepares packages and create shipping paperwork for outgoing shipments as required.

Manages the asset tagging of equipment per hospital policy as required.

Reviews and approves inventory supply requisition as required.

Maintains information and updates inventory management system and par carts with necessary changes.  

Performs mobile par counting for creation of supply replenishment pick lists.      

Confirms and closes all pick lists to maintain accurate inventory levels.    

Handles emergent supply requests from departments as they arise.  

Assists with mail room duties including sorting of incoming mail, processing outgoing mail, and delivering mail throughout the hospital and/or off-site facilities as applicable.

Sets up new department par locations as required.    

Rents, tracks and returns rental equipment as required.   

Cleans equipment such as IV pumps, commodes, and other patient equipment; assembles patient care items as needed.

Possess the information, skill, and understanding of the work to be performed.  Actively participates in continuing education opportunities and maintains certifications, licensure as appropriate.

Abides by all safety requirements including demonstrating proper hand hygiene and wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), if applicable. 

Complies with all standards, policies and procedures including dress code, attendance and punctuality.  Attends required in-services and meetings and completes all mandatory competencies by deadline. Commits to keeping all patient, student or colleague information confidential and maintains ongoing communication and collaboration with team members. 

The purpose of this job description is to provide a summary of the major responsibilities performed by colleagues in this position. Colleagues may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.  Variances in job duties performed may exist between facilities, and colleagues may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements Category:

Support Services

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Lifting

X

50 lbs.

Carrying

X

50 lbs.

Pushing

X

50 lbs.

Pulling

X

50 lbs.

Climbing

X

Balancing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Reaching

X

Use of Hands/Dexterity

X

Talking

X

Hearing

X

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

X

Extreme Cold

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Extreme Heat

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Humid

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Wet

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Noise

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Hazards

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Temperature Change

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Atmospheric Conditions

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Vibration

X

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.

Other

Positions in this category may experience any of

these conditions in his/her work environment.