Supply Chain Tech

WVU Medicine

About The Position

The Supply Chain Technician ensures that all materials are received, stored, and distributed in a proper and prudent manner while maintaining complete accountability for inputting and retrieving data in the materials management module.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license

Nice To Haves

Data input experience
Minimum of one year work experience in inventory management or warehouse distribution

Responsibilities

Assists and communicates with Buyers and/or Supply Chain leadership to maintain appropriate inventory levels and provides PAR level recommendations as needed.
Maintain an understanding of supply automation system(s) for daily restocking, inventory adjustments, and PAR level management, if applicable.
Maintains an understanding of the Medical Material Information System (MMIS) software and other technical equipment
Enter (Key), fill, and deliver all supply requisitions.
Deliver supplies throughout the hospital in a timely and accurate manner.
Assist hospital employees with ordering supplies, to include walk-up and emergency orders.
Enter (Key) patient charges (If applicable)
Labelling of supplies with charge stickers if applicable
Follow departmental polices pertaining to appropriate attire (scrubs, mask, shoe covers, etc.) when stocking specialty areas (e.g. OR and Sterile Processing)
Assist in mailroom functions and duties, including Do shipping on a daily basis (FedEx, UPS, etc.)
Maintain storeroom area, answering the phone and providing complete coverage.
Responsible for disposing all trash properly
Participate in physical inventories
Conducts cycle counts on a routine basis to ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained.
Performs verification procedures before accepting any materials from carrier
Performs physical verification and documentation of material contents received
Documents the shipment on official records.
Maintains bone and tissue documentation from time of entry to facility for chain of custody per TJC standards
Place merchandise and paperwork in proper areas.
Handle discrepancies on physical verification process.
Keeps dock, storeroom and receiving areas clean and orderly.
Operate material handling equipment (pallet jack, carts and hand trucks) safely
Maintain a good working relationship with co-workers and provide excellent customer service to all internal and external customers
Assist in courier runs to any and all areas, both in and out of state.
Follow departmental and hospital policies
Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.
Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital.
Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with coworkers, staff, and guests.
Must have the ability to speak, read, write, follow oral and written directions (English), and make basic mathematical calculations
Demonstrates knowledge of and follows correct chain of command in handling challenges and issues, including crisis situations.
Ability to organize and prioritize time and tasks to achieve a well-coordinated work effort and to effectively meet work schedules including the ability to integrate multiple factors which may impact patient care.