Medical Inventory Specialist (2nd Shift: 1:30PM - 10:00PM )

Baxter•Albany, NY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Inventory Specialist provides excellent customer service while conducting services outlined in the service agreement at Albany Medical Center. The role is responsible for inventory, delivery, retrieval, and coordination of medical equipment, as well as maintaining the facilities and products being managed. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 1:30 PM to 10:00 PM; the posting also states an ability to work Saturday and Sunday from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. The specialist completes assigned daily activities, helps track and pull assets due for preventive maintenance, and reports equipment problems to management or the Asset Coordinator. The role requires a proactive approach to safety, completion of required safety and compliance learning, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment, including 5S activities. The specialist must communicate professionally with company and customer personnel, manage time effectively to address customer needs, and move equipment safely within healthcare facilities. Physical duties include standing, walking, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and lifting or carrying equipment using appropriate safety and ergonomic procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
General computer knowledge; intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Internet are preferred.
Must be reliable and organized.
Ability to work within a team environment with an enthusiastic and positive work attitude.
Ability to understand company and customer infection-control guidelines.
Ability to perform essential duties safely, ergonomically, and ethically.
Ability to follow company and site personal protective equipment requirements, such as gloves, safety shoes, and glasses.
Ability to perform work duties with limited supervision.
Ability to stand, walk, and kneel for 6–8 hours per shift.
Ability to push and pull and lift a minimum of 60 pounds; the posting also specifies lifting and carrying up to 65 pounds using appropriate safety and ergonomic procedures.
Ability to work Saturday and Sunday from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; Baxter cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a hospital or healthcare setting.
General computer knowledge with intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and the Internet.

Responsibilities

Provide excellent customer service while conducting services outlined in the service agreement at Albany Medical Center.
Manage inventory, delivery, retrieval, and coordination of equipment.
Properly utilize and maintain facilities and products being managed.
Assist with tracking and pulling assets due for preventive maintenance.
Complete assigned day-to-day activities.
Identify and communicate equipment problems to management or the Asset Coordinator.
Demonstrate proactive safety awareness and compliance.
Complete required safety and compliance learning modules on time.
Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including 5S activities.
Identify and correct safety concerns as necessary.
Communicate effectively and professionally with company and customer management and personnel.
Make effective time-management decisions to meet customer satisfaction needs.
Move and maneuver medical products within healthcare facilities using appropriate processes and safety techniques.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage starting on day one for eligible roles.
Basic life, accident, short-term disability, long-term disability, and business travel accident insurance.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employee contributions and company matching.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Educational assistance programs.
Paid holidays and paid time off ranging from 20 to 35 days based on length of service.
Family and medical leaves of absence.
Paid parental leave.
Commuting benefits.
Employee Discount Program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Childcare benefits.