Logistics Specialist

Geisinger • Danville, PA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Logistics Specialist performs non-clinical support tasks necessary to deliver care, including inventory control, linen inventory management and distribution, patient care equipment cleaning and distribution, and patient transport. The role coordinates functions within a base department or assigned clinical area and provides high-level customer service to coworkers, patients, and clinical staff. The specialist works in a self-directed manner to prioritize tasks and optimize customer interactions to support a positive patient and family experience.

The position supports clinical teams by keeping assigned areas stocked, safe, clean, and organized. It may involve transporting patients, belongings, and deceased individuals; assisting floor staff in preparing patients for transport; and managing supplies and other resources needed for patient care. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The position follows OSHA, Department of Health, and Joint Commission regulations and all organizational policies and procedures. No clinical license is required.

The role is based at Geisinger Medical Center and is scheduled for 40 hours per week on a day shift. Listed work hours are 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. or 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; weekends and holidays are also noted. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and one year of related work experience is preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Skills in communication, computer literacy, teamwork, and handling HR policies, standards and procedures, office politics, and confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of related work experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Support the care delivery process by performing required care delivery support activities and other non-clinical activities as needed.
• Transport patients, their belongings, and deceased individuals to and from assigned departments.
• Assist floor staff in preparing patients for transport; properly identify each patient and verify that the patient has an identification band.
• Manage resources for an assigned clinical area, including procurement, transport, storage, preparation, cleaning, and maintenance assistance for supplies, eligible medications, linen, equipment, and other patient-care materials.
• Maintain current knowledge of the supplies, equipment, services, resources, and operations provided by Support Services departments.
• Enter data to support performance metrics as assigned or required.
• Identify opportunities for improvement, propose solutions, and help implement changes to improve operations and reduce process waste.
• Work as a team member toward unit and organizational goals, support clinical staff as directed, mentor and train new staff, and provide high-level customer service.
• Keep supply rooms, equipment storage rooms, patient rooms, and other assigned areas clean and organized.
• Maintain a safe, orderly work environment and take corrective measures to keep it in optimal working order.
• Follow OSHA, Department of Health, and Joint Commission regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures.

Benefits

• $2,500 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates, paid in two installments subject to stipulations.
• Full benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage, starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
• Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Paid time off plan with accrual opportunities.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
• Family support, including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and discounted backup care through a Care.com membership.
• Employee Assistance Program with childcare, eldercare, and pet-care referrals; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
• Voluntary benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.
• Up to $40,000 in financial support to become a nurse.
• Up to $2 shift differentials for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

What This Job Offers

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