Central Supply

As a central supply clerk, you are responsible for planning and directing the procurement of nursing supplies. select vendors and supplies, research and evaluate suppliers, analyze price proposals and negotiate contracts. Working under the direction of a supervisor, they ensure that orders are confirmed and correct and handle shipping errors or returns of damaged merchandise. Responsible for the storage and control of supplies. Responsible for issuing and delivery of supplies, equipment and linen throughout the Hospital. Responsible for the movement of Hospital materials between departments or units. Essential Duties: Collects and fills supply requisitions and delivers to the unit/floor. With supervisor approval, orders supply from designated vendors. Receives supply shipments and routes packing slips to appropriate department heads. Maintains an organized and neat storage area. Maintains accurate inventory records. Serves as the key custodian. Performs other duties as assigned. Participates in activities which enhance professional growth and development. Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the hospital. Requirements Education and/or Licensure – High School degree or equivalent preferred.   Experience – 1 year experience in shipping and receiving preferred. Prior psychiatric healthcare experience helpful. Additional Requirements – Must possess or obtain a valid CPR certification and SAMA training within 30 days of hire. Knowledge Skills and Abilities ·       Basic math and accounting skills are needed for budgeting budgets and expenses. ·       Ability to read and comprehend at levels necessary to perform job duties appropriately. ·       Ability to communicate effectively with staff and vendors. ·       Effective administrative and organizational skills. ·       Detail oriented. ·       Ability to multi-task and work independently ·       Ability to interact with staff at all levels in a fast-paced environment. ·       Presents professional image to consumers and clients through dress, behavior and speech. ·       Adheres to company standards for resolving consumer and client concerns. ·       Ensures that all consumer and resident rights are protected. ·       Must be able to concentrate on work amidst distractions such as noise, conversations and foot traffic; must be able to consistently meet deadlines; must be flexible in work hours in order to meet patient and organization operating needs. ·       Must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile customer services interactions. ·       Customer service skills in face-to-face interactions with dealing courteously with patients, the public, and other staff within the organization. ·       Use of appropriate social skills, including demonstration and respect for patients and staff; empathy toward patients; skills in teaching or assisting with activities of daily living helpful. ·       Must be able to work independently, in a result restricted physical environment for extended periods of time. ·       Skill to independently interpret reference materials to comply with law, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc. ·       Ability to apply time management practices to prioritize, schedule and complete work effectively to comply with mandated policies and deadlines. ·       Ability to work on multiple tasks or parts of tasks simultaneously to ensure timely completion of work activities.   Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions Perform the following with or without reasonable accommodations: ·       Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and be able to perceive the attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, and/or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of the fingertips.  ·       Ability to express and exchange ideas via spoken word during activities in which they must convey detail or important spoken instructions to others accurately, sometimes quickly and loudly. ·       Hearing to perceive the nature of sound with no less than 40 db loss @ Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz with or without correction; ability to perceive detailed information orally and make fine discriminations in sound.  ·       Perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers. Individual must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and to be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.  ·       Work requires a minimum standard of visual acuity with or without correction that will enable people in the role to complete administrative and clerical tasks, as well as inspect and analyze. ·       Must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions such as noise, conversation and foot traffic; ability to handle interruptions often and be able to move from one task to another ·       While worker may possibly be subjected to temperature changes, the worker is generally not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions as the work is predominantly inside. Benefits Health Insurance Vision Insurance Dental Insurance 401K Retirement Plan Healthcare Spending Account Dependent Care Spending Account PTO Plan with Holiday Premium Pay Life Insurance (Supplemental Life, Term, and Universal plans are also available.) Short and Long-Term Disability (with additional buy-in opportunities)