Distribution Specialist

Singing River Health System • Gulfport, MS

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Specialist receives, orders and delivers supplies throughout all hospital departments and nursing units. He/She assists in maintaining inventory for Central Storeroom. This role is responsible for using computer technology to order, issue, deliver and maintain materials used in the Central Storeroom, nursing units and other areas as assigned. The position requires keen mental faculties, assessment and decision-making abilities, superior communication skills, emotional stability for high-stress levels, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and multitasking in complex situations are essential. The role also demands superior customer service skills, professional etiquette, and proficient computer and office technology skills.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days).
• Must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
• Must be able to use computer technology to order, issue, deliver and maintain materials used in the Central Storeroom, nursing units and other areas as assigned.
• Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities.
• Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels.
• Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required.
• Must have the ability to maintain collaborative and respectable working relationships throughout SRHS and other organizations.
• Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette.
• Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.), MS Outlook and Word.
• Must be able to demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply appropriate professional skills to a patient population of all ages.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year experience in a hospital storeroom environment is preferred.
• One (1) year of computer operation experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives, orders, and delivers supplies throughout all hospital departments and nursing units.
• Assists in maintaining inventory for Central Storeroom.
• Uses computer technology to order, issue, deliver, and maintain materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED