Material Specialist

Essential Job Functions

Uses a handheld computer and other authorized inventory logs to count and assess departmental supply needs, perform data entry, create orders, perform warehouse cycle counts and rotate stock
Process and delivery of common carrier packages as well as processing and delivery of prime vendor packages
Prepares and stages returns
Answers the warehouse/dock phones, enters departmental orders into the MMIS, retrieves/processes orders from the pneumatic tube system, organizes and labels supply carts
Maintains Inventory Management supply storage rooms and Nurse Servers in according to prescribed stock locations and prescribed supply quantities
Responsible for receiving, unpacking, verifying all shipments received, and entering receipt into Materials Management system
Responsible for the logging, and accurately delivering packages and medical gas tanks to requesting departments (Nursing Units, Nursing Supply Rooms, Clinics, Ancillary departments, including BSD (Biological Science Division) at which point signatures are obtained from requesting department
Performs other duties assigned

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED
Ability to prioritize assignments and organize work without direct supervision;
Knowledge of personal computers, handheld computers preferred
Good mathematical ability
Good verbal communications skills
Ability to work in a stressful setting and provide excellent customer service
Ability to lift 50 pounds of free-weight and/or push 450 pounds on wheels for short distances

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of inventory management principles and receiving processes
Knowledge of disposable hospital supplies

Position Details

Job Type: Full Time (1.0FTE)
Shift: Nights
Department: Supply Chain – Inventory Management
CBA: 743 SEIU Union