Distribution Tech - TNP - Sharp Chula Vista - Full Time -Variable Shift

Sharp HealthCare•Chula Vista, CA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Distribution Tech maintains adequate levels of medical supplies in the Central Supply Storeroom and Nursing Units, and issues and distributes supplies and pooled patient care equipment to nursing units in a timely manner. The role supports Sharp HealthCare’s principles and customer-service expectations, and works with department leadership, peers, customers, and suppliers to support department operations. The position includes counting and replenishing supply carts and automated cabinets, handling supply and equipment requests, recording inventory transactions, checking product integrity and expiration dates, and maintaining organized and safe work areas. The role also participates in inventory activities, product changes, and process improvement recommendations. The position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU-UHW; employees must join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member or qualifying contributor for the agreement’s duration.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience with customer service and professional communication.
Employees must join the SEIU-UHW union within 31 days of hire and remain a member or qualifying contributor for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement.

Nice To Haves

Some college.
Hospital experience.
General knowledge of medical terminology and products.

Responsibilities

Maintain adequate medical-supply levels in the Central Supply Storeroom and Nursing Units.
Issue and distribute supplies and pooled patient care equipment to nursing units in a timely manner.
Act as a liaison with departments and communicate delivery information.
Monitor and recommend par-level changes to Supply Distribution leadership.
Coordinate with department leadership on product conversions and substitutions; ensure information is accurate.
Accept responsibility for department activities and report questionable matters to department leadership.
Participate in annual physical inventory and perform other assigned job-related duties.
Count and restock assigned supply carts, automated supply cabinets, crash carts, and specialty carts.
Clean or decontaminate and redistribute pooled medical equipment according to manufacturer instructions; ensure applicable chargeable items have the correct sticker.
Organize and face products in assigned areas, post stock-out or substitution notices as needed, and empty return or credit bins.
Assist with central storeroom replenishment, including daily order put-away and restocking from bulk overstock locations.
Process requests for specialty rental equipment; take phone and electronic orders and prioritize urgent requests.
Prioritize and complete tasks according to department and hospital needs.
Check package integrity and expiration dates, and remove and account for items that do not meet standards.
Document inventory transactions in the Materials Management Information System and maintain accurate, thorough, neat, and clear work.
Recommend process improvements.
Use proper body mechanics and material-handling equipment, and maintain an organized work environment.
Ensure equipment is in good working order and immediately report broken, unsafe, or nonfunctioning equipment to department leadership.
Remove corrugated cardboard promptly; organize department shelves, clean and dust monthly, rotate stock, and remove outdated items.
Reallocate products nearing expiration when possible to reduce waste.
Communicate positively and promptly, accept and offer constructive feedback, cooperate with coworkers and other departments, and support department goals.
Use effective phone, written, and in-person communication, including proper telephone etiquette and prompt return of calls.
Treat people fairly and respectfully, use initiative to resolve problems cooperatively, and contribute to the team.