Supply Chain Inventory Associate - FT - Days - JDCH

Memorial Healthcare

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 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. The associate is also accountable for timely reconciliation of patient charges and credits. This position supports inventory and distribution workflows, maintains stock levels, receives and distributes supplies and equipment, and helps ensure equipment is safe and available for patient care. It involves collaboration with clinical staff and the Supply Chain Management department, use of inventory systems and equipment, physical inventory and quality checks, and work in a healthcare environment with the physical and exposure conditions described in the posting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is required.
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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform staff responsibilities as needed to fulfill required service levels.
Restock supplies daily, rotate inventory, maintain accurate established inventory levels, generate orders or requisitions, identify excess inventory, process returns for credit, and recommend par-level adjustments for management approval.
Support supply chain inventory and distribution workflows by analyzing and troubleshooting automation processes, Lawson, and handheld devices for functionality and accuracy.
Receive, pick, pack, and stock inventory materials and supplies; prepare procedural trays and carts for designated facility areas.
Validate perpetual inventory processes and issue or credit materials through the inventory management system.
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 department medical supplies and their use in patient treatment; serve as a liaison between clinical staff and Supply Chain Management.
Distribute medical supplies and equipment to patient-care areas and monitor specific products to maintain appropriate levels and avoid impacts to patient care.
Maintain the integrity, labeling, stocking, and outdating of specialty carts and Pyxis supply cabinets.
Maintain professional and ethical relationships with internal and external customers and provide a high level of customer service.
Participate in regular inventory for assigned areas.
Perform scheduled quality-assurance checks on hospital equipment.