Inventory Control Clerk Senior - Memorial Health
Springfield, IL 62781
About the Job
To facilitate the movement of inventory of medical supplies and equipment and complete their timely delivery. This includes the specific patient-care and departmental-support materials and/or equipment, subject to customer need. Embodies the Memorial Health Values of Safety, Integrity, Quality, and Stewardship that support our mission and vision.
Qualifications:Education: · High school graduate or equivalent preferred |
Licensure/Certification/Registry: N/A |
Experience: · 2 years or more of experience in the Inventory Control Clerk role or similar role at another organization · Previous experience with customer service, inventory control, or medical products and equipment is preferred. · Required experience with Microsoft Excel Required proficiency with Material Management Software (Lawson)
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Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: · Possesses good math and keyboarding skills. · Practice good verbal, non-verbal, and written communication skills. · Should be able to consistently conduct behavior in a controlled and professional manner that leads to good working relationships with co-workers, customers, patients, and visitors. · Possesses the ability to regularly lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds and safely operate material handling equipment including larger transport carts. · Be able to stay on feet for extended periods and walk extended distances. · Be able to work under stress to provide maximum customer-service levels. · Demonstrates the ability to work autonomously while completing multiple responsibilities simultaneously. · May have contact with needles, sharp instruments, or other puncture-causing items. · Possible external and internal irritants such as cleaning agents, solutions, or gasses and may be exposed to infectious materials. · Behavior should be as follows: · Conduct self in a cooperative and considerate manner, being mindful of patient/visitor/customer needs and impressions and affiliate department needs, impressions, policies, and procedures. · Observe and practice good "Guest Relations" skills. · Participate as a team member in achieving affiliate and department goals and objectives. · Act as a positive, cooperative department representative. |
- Works with user departments on issues involving par locations, inventory levels and specific inventory and data needs. Determines the root cause(s) of inventory problems and recommends permanent fixes for improvement.
- Will be called upon to serve as informal leader during absence of on-site leadership. Knowledge of other department processes is required. May be called on to be a trainer when needed.
- Utilizes an electronic materials management inventory system to review, analyze, and monitor inventory levels. Performs in the role of a Super User for the Lawson Materials Management System
- Works on Special Projects to help other departments with their inventory processes and technology involving materials management including teams in Surgery/Sterile Processing. Medical Imaging, Lab and others,
- Embodies the Memorial Health Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Courtesy, Quality, and Efficiency that support our mission, vision and values:
- SAFETY: Prevent Harm - I put safety first in everything I do. I take action to ensure the safety of others.
- COURTESY: Serve Others - I treat others with dignity and respect. I project a professional image and positive attitude.
- QUALITY: Improve Outcomes - I continually advance my knowledge, skills and performance. I work with others to achieve superior results.
- EFFICIENCY: Reduce Waste - I use time and resources wisely. I prevent defects and delays.
- Assesses, establishes, and maintains the appropriate inventory levels based on item turnover, lead-time, review period, order quantity, and safety stock for all Inventory and Par Locations,. Periodically reviews and adjusts inventory levels based on usage, trends, and future needs.
- Identifies inventory items exceeding established hold times and works with departmental management and/or staff to determine applicable use, retention, disposal or obsolescence of affected items.
- Analyzes and determines the impact of inventory retention, turnover, and replenishment. Uses software spreadsheets to calculate associated costs and impact to affected departments. Tracks and trends turnover rates.
- Works closely with other areas of the Supply Chain to remove surplus items, by returning to vendors or issue to other affiliates.
- Reviews items and examines space capacity to determine the best accommodation of items in the most efficient location within the supply chain.
- Conducts assessment and analytical studies related to inventory management, such as stock room layout, special equipment, storage needs and allocation, and material handling methods and procedures.
- Serves as a coordinator for the annual physical inventory. Has responsibility for continuously improving Inventory Turnover. Will be called upon to help other departments with their fiscal year-end inventories.
- Develops and produces a variety of statistical and data analysis reports for management.
- Serves as a back-up for other areas within the department, especially during times of special needs or staff absences.
- Handles and transports floor-stock medications from Pharmacy to procedural area per the Medication Handling, Security and Access by Non-license Staff Policy and Procedure.
- Performs other related work as required or requested.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.