Supply Chain Tech

Lifepoint Health • Somerset, KY

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About The Position

The Materials Management Technician assists the Director of Materials Management in operating the Materials Management Department in the most efficient and cost effective manner.

Requirements

• Knowledge of operating a personal computer and related software, Required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills Familiarity with organization and functions of each hospital department
• Ability to problem-solve effectively and handle stress in a positive manner
• Maintain harmonious relationships with nursing personnel, medical staff, hospital administration, and all hospital departments
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

• 2 years experience in materials handling or purchasing, Preferred

Responsibilities

• Reconciles pricing/quantity/item discrepancies for non-storeroom orders placed through CSC (Customer Service Center – Nashville, TN).
• Forwards necessary price adjustments and updates to the SMART item master to CSC. Processes special purchase requests, scans and files documentation through GHX as necessary.
• Maintains, orders, and stocks for designated clean supply areas according to predetermined schedule.
• Checks for expiring product. Updates departmental SMART PARS with product changes, additions and deletions.
• Checks SMART backorder file against pending purchasing file; contacts vendor on backorders.
• Work with recalls as back up for MM Specialist, notifying appropriate depts, reporting to EOC and obtaining new product.
• Pulls items from store room as necessary.
• Setup new items through VIRA as needed.
• Prints charge labels for storeroom billable items as needed. Insuring contract compliance.
• Compiles reports including Optiflex activity report as directed by Materials Manager.
• Maintains tissue/bone receiving log.
• Backup for ordering all stock items. Backup for delivering items.
• Works closely with Director of Materials Management with new projects as they arise.
• Research items for Department Managers to find best items for them with contract pricing, samples. Issues pagers as back up, maintains pager list and notifies appropriate personnel of any changes.
• Check and approve Staple orders as needed for all departments and all off site facilities.
• Help conduct yearend inventory for all supply areas.
• Answers the telephone, directs calls, and takes messages.
• Cross trains on all aspects of the Purchasing office.
• Works well with others; assists coworkers when needed; complies with supervisor’s requests; communicates well with personnel, patients, visitors, and physicians.
• Functional Demands Work requires physical ability as walking, standing, sitting, etc. Involves mental activity and problem-solving
• Talking and listening are essential in instructing and supervising personnel
• May be exposed to injury by irrational or disturbed patients, patients with communicable diseases, and/or potentially dangerous equipment
• Risk of exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials
• Walking and standing for long periods of time depending on workload.
• Walking intermittently through halls of hospital and outside
• Sitting for long periods of time throughout day
• Transport (lift, carry, store) materials weighing up to 75 pounds to and from the pharmacy to nursing units and storage areas Bending required frequently, 45-90 degree angles, to check patients and operate machinery Reading and writing required regularly to follow job description

Benefits

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
• And much more…

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees