Surgical Services Inventory Specialist - Conway Medical Center

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma required.
• Associate degree in Surgical Technology preferred.

Experience

• Three (3) years of clinical Operating Room experience required.
• Experience working as a Surgical Technician in a hospital desired.
• Previous materials management experience preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management and Tracking:
  • Maintaining accurate records: Responsible for keeping detailed records of all items in stock, including their quantities, locations, and any changes (such as restocking or depletion).
  • Regular stock checks: Perform routine physical counts of inventory to ensure accuracy and identify discrepancies.
  • Updating databases or inventory management systems: Shares input and data related to inventory movements, adjustments, and stock levels.
• Receiving and Storing Inventory:
  • Receiving shipments: Receive incoming shipments from warehouse, verify their contents, and inspect for damage.
  • Organizing and storing items: Arranges inventory in designated storage areas, ensuring proper labeling and organization.
  • Rotating stock: Follows the “first in, first out” (FIFO) principle to prevent items from becoming obsolete or expiring.
• Distribution and Fulfillment:
  • Picking and packing: Retrieves items from warehouse based on orders or requests.
  • Coordinating with other departments: Works closely with purchasing and logistics teams to fulfill orders efficiently.
• Inventory Analysis and Reporting:
  • Identifying trends: Analyze inventory data to identify patterns, such as seasonal fluctuations or slow-moving items.
  • Generating reports: Reports on inventory levels, stock turnover, and any discrepancies.
  • Suggesting improvements: Recommends and confirms with department staff leads adjustments to inventory levels or processes to optimize efficiency.
  • Departmental projects: Assist in implementation of new products and other projects as needed.
• Inventory Control and Security:
  • Loss prevention: Monitors for theft, damage, or unauthorized access to inventory.
  • Implementing security measures: Ensures that inventory storage areas are secure and follow safety protocols.
  • Managing inventory efficiently is crucial. Must understand inventory levels, reorder points, and stock rotation.
  • Maintains accurate records, conducts cycle counts, and prevents stockouts or overstock situations.
• Collaborates with coworkers, supervisors, and other departments to maintain smooth operations.
• Provides positive experiences to customers through effective communication, understanding, and problem-solving.
• Inventory Technicians handle incoming restock shipments.
• Verifiescontents, inspect for damage, and ensure timely movement of materials from delivery to department to shelf availability.
• Contributes to overall department productivity goals.
• Maintains open communication with customers, responds quickly to issues, and troubleshoot problems.
• Provide exemplary customer service in all interactions.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with nursing colleagues, physicians, department heads, and members of executive leadership.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Explorer.
• Effectively utilize strong organizational skills.
• Consistently display effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient understanding and use of technology/PC skills is required.
• Regularly exercise independent judgment.