Central Supply Clerk

Caris Healthcare•Oak Ridge, TN

10d

About The Position

Responsible for maintaining the central supply system, the inventory of items, and dispensing of items as needed. Supports the mission of NHC. Exemplifies The Better Way through attitude and performance. Represents the center in a positive manner both in the medical community and in the community as a whole.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent.
Knowledgeable of medical supplies and equipment ordering and stocking procedures.
Must be organized and capable of keeping track of medical supplies and equipment.
Must present a professional appearance.
Able to work with people and various departments, including vendors.
Knowledgeable in using calculator and computer.
Works independently with little or no supervision.
Able to see, hear, and communicate adequately to complete all job duties and responsibilities.
Able to be on feet standing or walking 8-12 hours per day.
Able to carry out fine motor skills and manual dexterity.
Able to lift and position supplies weighing 60-70 lbs. as needed by job.
Able to bend, stoop, squat, and lift numerous times during the day without fatigue or problem.

Responsibilities

Follow the established purchasing guidelines of company and center, i.e., purchase supplies from contracted vendors, inventory requirements, etc.
Ensure that adequate supplies are stored neatly and kept on hand to meet the demands of the Nursing department.
Maintain adequate supplies on each unit to meet the needs of all patients.
Insure the availability of all supplies to each shift.
Inventory stock on each unit daily. Research those items that are not in inventory nor accounted for and assure proper accountability.
Assist the bookkeeper in maintaining charge listing of all supplies and update as necessary.
Be available to Bookkeeping to ensure accuracy of monthly charge entries.
Assist to maintain properly functioning equipment needed by patients.
Purchase, receive, and inventory all oxygen supplies.
Relay tube feeding orders; receive supplies and distribute and coordinate necessary paperwork.
Coordinate the ordering of special supplies and equipment with the vendor who supports center in serving ventilator patients/hi-tech nursing care patients, etc.
Other duties as directed by Director of Nursing/Administrator.