Supply Chain Inventory Associate - Per Diem - JDCH

Memorial Healthcare

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About The Position

The Supply Chain Inventory Associate is responsible for inventory control and distribution functions that support system supply chain objectives, maximize quality, and minimize costs. The role ensures high-quality customer service, timely delivery, and proper handling of medical and surgical supplies, medical equipment, emergency supplies, and code carts in accordance with professional and regulatory standards. It is also accountable for timely reconciliation of patient charges and credits.

The associate collects, decontaminates, and processes durable medical equipment; maintains inventory and par levels; distributes supplies to patient care areas; and supports the availability and safe handling of supplies and equipment. The role works with clinical staff and Supply Chain Management, maintains specialty carts and Pyxis supply cabinets, and uses computer systems, automation, Lawson, and handheld devices to support inventory operations. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, minimal supervision, and the ability to work in a stressful environment. One year of supply chain-related experience and previous healthcare experience are preferred. The listed shift is days.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Requires critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Must be able to perform the listed physical and environmental demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

• One year of supply chain-related experience preferred.
• Previous healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect, decontaminate, and process durable medical equipment for circulation throughout the facility, ensuring timely availability of safe patient-care equipment.
• Conduct physical inspections and maintain par stock using computer systems and software; develop knowledge of stocked medical supplies and their use in patient treatment.
• Serve as a liaison between clinical staff and the Supply Chain Management department.
• Distribute medical supplies and equipment to patient-care areas and monitor products to maintain appropriate levels for patient care.
• Maintain the integrity, labeling, stocking, and outdating of specialty carts and Pyxis supply cabinets.
• Receive, pick, pack, and stock inventory materials and supplies; prepare procedural trays and carts for designated facility areas.
• Validate perpetual inventory processes and issue and credit materials through the inventory management system.
• Participate in regular inventory counts for assigned areas.
• Perform scheduled quality assurance checks on hospital equipment.
• Perform staff responsibilities as needed to meet required service levels.
• Restock supplies daily, rotate inventory, and support accurate inventory levels.
• Generate orders or requisitions as needed; identify excess inventory and process returns for credit when necessary.
• Review and recommend inventory par-level adjustments for management approval.
• Support supply chain inventory and distribution workflow by analyzing and troubleshooting automation processes, Lawson, and handheld devices for functionality and accuracy.
• Maintain professional and ethical relationships with internal and external customers and provide a high level of customer service.
• Reconcile patient charges and credits in a timely manner.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED