Supply Chain Inventory Associate

Banner Health•Coeur D'Alene, ID

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Washakie Medical Center seeks to transform the lives of those we serve by fostering the highest level of health and wellness in our community and across our region and state. Whether you’re coming in with experience, or just learning the health care industry, Banner Health is a great place to develop and grow your career. As an Inventory Associate, your ability to provide customer service, work independently and as part of a team will be key to your success in your role. Bring your positive energy to our large and unique team! As an Inventory Associate, you may not help patients directly, but, your efforts ensure that the patients here get everything they need during their stay. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple departments, which allows for understanding of internal operations that many outside of this department do not have. This an ideal entry level position to gain experience in supply chain and health care with opportunity for growth! Our Supply Chain Services department manages various medical supplies, fills customers supply phone requests, code cart replenishments, incoming deliveries, tanks, and supports other Supply Chain functions. The Inventory Associate position is a critical link between department leadership and the SCS store room, ensuring PAR locations are adequately managed for patient care. Supply Chain Services is a 2 person department consisting of a Supply Chain Manager and a Supply Chain Coordinator. This is a small close-knit department. If you have experience in Supply Chain, Leadership/supervisory, or Healthcare you would be a great fit! Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee.

Requirements

An understanding of inventory management tasks and the ability to work effectively with a computer based inventory management system.
Requires accurate data entry and keyboarding skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, the ability to read and interpret supply requisitions and equipment directions.
Must have demonstrated effective customer service skills.
Positions in Food Service area must be able to learn food handling regulations and pass certification tests as required.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
Previous experience working with medical supplies or food supplies (as applicable) and/or hospital services is strongly preferred and may be required for some work assignments.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Takes a daily inventory of assigned supply storage area and/or clinical department supplies (Par Carts), requisitions and restocks supplies to par levels.
Rotates stock and maintains a clean and orderly storage area in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
Monitors usage, creates utilization reports, consults with clinical supply liaison or appropriate department staff, recommends changes to inventory and par levels.
Assists with the procurement of special supply needs and may assist assigned department with the procurement of equipment.
Acts as a knowledge resource for clinical or other related staff in the area of supply methods and goods.
Works independently under regular supervision.
Follows defined procedures and guidelines.
Makes decisions about inventory levels.
Represents the interests of the organization when interfacing with vendors.