Clinical Distribution Clerk-Coral Springs (Weekends, Days)

Nicklaus Children's Hospital•Coral Springs, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Distribution Clerk is responsible for managing medical supplies within the inventory holding area and delivering them to hospital departments. This role involves picking supplies, loading them into computerized supply stations, performing manual inventory counts using a Personal Data Terminal (PDT), restocking shelves, checking in deliveries, and maintaining accurate records of incoming and outgoing supplies. The position also includes clerical duties, customer service, and participation in year-end inventory. The role operates under the supervision of the Clinical Supply Supervisor and the direction of the Manager of Supply Chain Distribution.

Requirements

2 years recent experience in inventory control.
High School education.
Ability to follow simple instructions to accomplish repetitive tasks.
Basic knowledge in use of computers and printers, and/or ability to learn appropriate software applications.
Ability to function independently with little supervision.
Ability to relate cooperatively and constructively with patients, families and co-workers.
Sufficient communication skills to request supplies and write identifying information.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient information processed through the department.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
Ability to communicate promptly, clearly and courteously with all hospital staff and customers.

Nice To Haves

Ability to display pleasant and courteous manners at all times while providing exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

Pulls medical supplies from shelves based on pick lists and places them in delivery bags.
Delivers supplies to hospital departments and loads them into computerized supply stations.
Performs manual inventory counts in non-computerized areas using a wireless handheld Personal Data Terminal (PDT).
Pulls items from CS shelves for non-computerized areas.
Accurately checks in deliveries of supplies against delivery documents.
Opens and unpacks shipping cartons to restock supplies on inventory holding shelves.
Repackages and bundles supplies into smaller quantities.
Runs supply labels and places supply orders via the computer system.
Maintains accurate computer records of all incoming and outgoing supplies.
Participates in year-end inventory.
Answers phone promptly and courteously, taking accurate messages for supply orders.
Responds to CS supply requests within 5 minutes.
Maintains confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Performs routine clerical functions.
Restocks medical products in automated supply stations, verifying counts, fixing discrepancies, rotating products, and checking expiration dates.
Performs daily par level replenishment for Nursing units, MOB, and Outpatient clean supply rooms.
Logs inventory counts on Par Inventory Worksheet or enters counts in PDT.
Utilizes various computer software programs for duties and patient supply charges (Automated Supply Stations, Automated Supply Station Console, Wireless palm handheld, Lawson system, data entry, producing reports).
Troubleshoots printers and contacts support services for computer or automated supply station issues.
Follows proper techniques for OSHA requirements, storage, and rotation of medical supplies.
Adheres to routine precautions and Infection Control Policies, using appropriate personal protective equipment.
Initiates medical supply items needed for inventory on the “Preliminary Order” worksheet.
Verifies accuracy of delivered medical supply items against the In transit Shipping document.
Stocks medical products on CS inventory shelves with proper rotation and storage.
Makes kits and trays for caregivers and repackages bulk products.
Manages data information within established guidelines.
Activates system reports and completes required departmental logs.
Participates in in-services, continuing education, and staff meetings.
Teaches procedures and policies to new staff and volunteers.
Prioritizes activities and seeks guidance as necessary.
Solves problems and meets objectives proactively.
Accepts change and learns new assignments quickly.
Performs well under stress and in emergency situations.
Responds to co-worker concerns positively and provides input professionally.