Distribution Technician - SRN - Per Diem

Sharp HealthCare•San Diego, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for maintaining adequate levels of medical supplies in the Central Supply Storeroom and Nursing Units. It involves issuing and distributing supplies and pooled patient care equipment to nursing units in a timely manner. The role also requires demonstrating effective promotion of Sharp HealthCare's commitment to principles.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent
Experience with customer service
Ability to communicate professionally

Nice To Haves

Some college
Hospital experience
General knowledge of medical terminology and products

Responsibilities

Maintain adequate levels of medical supplies in the Central Supply Storeroom and Nursing Units.
Issue and distribute supplies and pooled patient care equipment to nursing units in a timely manner.
Demonstrate effective promotion of Sharp HealthCare's commitment to principles.
Act as a liaison with department communicating delivery information.
Monitor and recommend par level changes to Supply Distribution department leadership.
Work in coordination with the department leadership to facilitate product conversions and substitutions.
Ensure accuracy of all information.
Regularly accept responsibility for department activities and report all questionable matters to department leadership.
Participate in annual physical inventory.
Perform miscellaneous job related duties as assigned.
Accept and offer constructive feedback.
Consistently communicate in a positive and timely manner with peers, customers and suppliers.
Demonstrate cooperation, responsiveness and teamwork toward accomplishment of Department goals.
Practice excellent phone, written and person-to-person communication skills.
Exchange ideas, information, and messages readily and effectively, as required by the job.
Be cooperative and courteous in dealing with coworkers, supervisors and other departments.
Exhibit behaviors that are consistent with Sharp HealthCare customer service expectations.
Treat people fairly, equitably and respect others' personal opinion.
Use initiative to accomplish tasks, resolve problems cooperatively, offer recommended solutions, and work with others to accomplish tasks.
Show willingness to add to the Team.
Utilize proper telephone etiquette including promptly answering the phone, identifying oneself and the department, and displaying courtesy at all times.
Return all calls promptly and relay pertinent information.
Count and restock assigned supply carts, automated supply cabinets, crash carts and specialty carts.
Clean/decontaminate and redistribute Supply Distribution managed pooled medical equipment according to manufacturer instructions.
Ensure all chargeable items will have correct sticker if applicable.
Ensure all products in assigned areas are organized and faced, with any necessary stock out or substitution notification posted and return/credit bin emptied.
Assist with replenishment activities within the central storeroom including daily put away of order and ongoing restock 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 the needs of the department/hospital.
Check package integrity and verify expiration dates, removing and accounting for any items not meeting standard.
Ensure data accuracy by documenting all inventory transactions in the Materials Management Information System.
Maintain accuracy, thoroughness, neatness, clarity, and adherence to a high level of work.
Recommend process improvements.
Adhere to correct usage of proper body mechanics and material handling equipment and keep an organized work environment.
Ensure all equipment is in good working order, escalating to department leadership immediately any broken, unsafe, or nonfunctioning equipment.
Ensure timely removal of corrugated cardboard.
Keep department shelves organized, cleans and dusts once a month, rotates stock and removes outdates.
Reallocate soon-to-expire product whenever possible to reduce waste.