Supply Chain Technician

WVU Medicine

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Chain Technician ensures that materials are received, stored, and distributed properly and prudently, while maintaining accountability for entering and retrieving data in the materials management module. The role supports hospital supply chain operations, including inventory management, receiving, distribution, restocking, and customer service. This position is scheduled for 40 hours per week on a varied shift and is non-exempt.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.
Ability to read, write, and understand English proficiently.
Math skills necessary to count inventory and convert between each, box, and case quantities.
Excellent communication skills, both by phone and in person.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment.
Ability to maintain excellent personal hygiene.
Ability to be scheduled for work based on hospital operational needs.
Ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with coworkers, staff, and guests.
Knowledge of and adherence to the correct chain of command when handling challenges, issues, and crisis situations.
Ability to organize and prioritize time and tasks, coordinate work, meet work schedules, and integrate multiple factors that may impact patient care.
Manual dexterity and physical ability to stand, walk, and handle materials for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and push loaded carts weighing in excess of 600 pounds.
Visual and oral acuity.

Nice To Haves

Data input experience.
One year of work experience in inventory management or warehouse distribution.

Responsibilities

Assist and communicate with Buyers and/or Supply Chain leadership to maintain appropriate inventory levels and provide PAR level recommendations as needed.
Maintain an understanding of supply automation systems for daily restocking, inventory adjustments, and PAR level management, if applicable.
Maintain an understanding of Medical Material Information System (MMIS) software and other technical equipment.
Enter, fill, and deliver supply requisitions.
Accurately count and distribute supplies, including clean linen if applicable, throughout the hospital in a timely manner.
Assist hospital employees with supply orders, including walk-up and emergency orders.
Enter patient charges if applicable.
Label supplies with charge stickers if applicable.
Follow departmental policies for appropriate attire when stocking specialty areas, such as the OR and Sterile Processing.
Assist with mailroom functions, including daily shipping through services such as FedEx and UPS.
Maintain the storeroom area, answer the phone, and provide complete coverage.
Dispose of trash properly.
Participate in physical inventories and conduct routine cycle counts to support appropriate inventory levels.
Perform verification procedures before accepting materials from carriers; physically verify and document material contents received; document shipments on official records; and address discrepancies identified during verification.
Maintain bone and tissue documentation from entry into the facility through chain of custody in accordance with TJC standards.
Place merchandise and paperwork in proper areas.
Keep dock, storeroom, and receiving areas clean and orderly.
Safely operate material-handling equipment, including pallet jacks, carts, and hand trucks.
Maintain good working relationships with coworkers and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Assist with courier runs to areas both in and out of state.
Restock supply items and routinely check code carts for expired products, ensuring accuracy and compliance with safety standards.
Follow departmental and hospital policies.