Inventory Control Specialist (Per Diem)

St. Luke's University Health Network•Coaldale, PA

About The Position

The Inventory Control Specialist orders and delivers supplies and maintains inventory control in assigned areas. The role communicates inventory problems to the Supervisor and relevant supply information to appropriate departments, enters Storeroom and Linen Room transactions into the computer system, and manages supply locations in clinical areas where applicable. This includes updating par papers, labeling shelves, and rotating supplies. The Specialist also assists with product conversions, evaluations, and recalls.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent; exceptions may be made for students still attending high school.
Accuracy in dealing with figures.
Inventory control background.

Nice To Haves

Prior computer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Order and control inventory in assigned areas.
Ensure an adequate stock turnover rate.
Enter issues, returns, and credits for supplies and linen into the computer system.
Expedite out-of-stock or low-stock items with Purchasing and communicate their status to the Inventory Control Distribution Manager, Purchasing, and the user department.
Update par stock papers.
Maintain proper shelf labels for supplies stocked in designated areas.
File requisitions and reports in an orderly manner.
Handle linen according to hospital policy and infection control standards.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area according to EOC, DOH, and JCACHO requirements.
Assist with recalls, evaluations, and product conversions.
Deliver supplies and communicate inventory problems and supply information to relevant parties.
Enter Storeroom and Linen Room transactions into the computer system.
Manage supply locations in clinical areas where applicable, including labeling and rotating supplies.