Clinical Distribution Clerk (Full Time, Evenings)

Nicklaus Children's•Miami, FL

10d

About The Position

The Clinical Distribution Clerk supports clinical supply distribution by picking medical supplies from inventory shelves, preparing delivery bags, and replenishing hospital departments’ automated and non-automated supply areas. The role includes conducting inventory counts, entering data into computer systems and wireless handheld devices, receiving and verifying deliveries, restocking and rotating products, preparing kits and smaller supply quantities, and maintaining accurate inventory records. The clerk also responds to supply requests, performs routine clerical tasks, and helps resolve issues with printers and automated supply systems. The position works under the supervision of the Clinical Supply Supervisor and the direction of the Manager of Supply Chain Distribution. The clerk follows department procedures, OSHA requirements, infection-control policies, and appropriate precautions when handling and transporting supplies. The role requires accurate data handling, responsive customer service, clear communication, confidentiality, and the ability to prioritize work, adapt to changes, and perform effectively under stress. The clerk participates in year-end inventory, in-services, continuing education, and staff meetings, and may help teach procedures and policies to new staff and volunteers.

Requirements

2–4 years of recent experience in inventory control.
Ability to follow simple instructions and perform repetitive tasks.
Basic computer and printer knowledge, or ability to learn appropriate software applications.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Ability to cooperate and constructively relate to patients, families, coworkers, employees, and visitors.
Ability to communicate clearly and courteously in English, verbally and in writing, including requesting supplies and recording identifying information.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Ability to provide courteous, helpful customer service.
Ability to accurately enter, organize, and process data within departmental timeframes.
Ability to prioritize activities, learn new assignments quickly, adapt to change, and perform under stress or in emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Pull medical supplies from inventory shelves using unit pick lists and prepare them for delivery.
Deliver and replenish supplies in automated supply stations and non-automated department supply rooms.
Conduct manual inventory counts and record counts on worksheets or wireless handheld Personal Data Terminals (PDTs).
Check supply deliveries against shipping documents for accuracy.
Open shipping cartons and restock inventory shelves using proper storage and stock-rotation procedures.
Repackage and bundle bulk supplies into smaller quantities and prepare kits and trays for caregivers.
Run supply labels and place supply orders using computer systems and worksheets.
Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing supplies, patient supply charges, inventory counts, and departmental logs.
Respond promptly and courteously to phone calls and supply requests, including taking accurate messages.
Inspect products for correct quantities, discrepancies, integrity, and expiration dates when restocking.
Perform routine clerical tasks, including photocopying forms and producing system reports.
Troubleshoot printers and contact support services about computer or automated supply-station issues; notify a supervisor or manager as needed.
Follow OSHA requirements, infection-control policies, routine precautions, and personal protective equipment procedures when handling or transporting supplies.
Participate in year-end physical inventory, in-services, continuing education, and staff meetings.
Help teach procedures and policies to new staff and volunteers.
Prioritize work, address problems and improvement opportunities, and communicate concerns and suggestions professionally.