Supply Technician

University of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

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About The Position

The Supply Technician handles and dispenses medical and surgical supplies in clinical areas, supply par locations, and other inventory locations. The role supports accurate inventory management, restocking, and timely distribution of supplies throughout the hospital. The technician also staffs the Central Supply dispatch window as assigned and provides courteous assistance to visitors and callers.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or formal educational equivalent.
• Six months of experience in supply distribution, preferably in a healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Supply distribution experience in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Accurately fill medical/surgical supply par levels in automated supply cabinets and manual par areas daily and as assigned.
• Break down pallets and deliver supplies on carts.
• Refill central supply inventories and adjust inventory counts.
• Count supplies and place replenishment orders as needed.
• Rotate supplies on a first-in, first-out (FIFO) basis when restocking.
• Check supplies for package integrity and expiration dates, and remove damaged or outdated supplies.
• Perform scheduled and as-needed cycle counts and correct counts to maintain inventory accuracy.
• Keep cabinets and carts in assigned areas neat and orderly.
• Organize shelves, bins, and labels, and keep supply areas clean.
• Follow through on needed repairs to cabinets and carts.
• Remove unauthorized, excessive, damaged, or outdated supplies.
• Staff the Central Supply dispatch window as assigned.
• Issue and record supplies sent via pickup, delivery, or the tube system; greet visitors promptly and courteously.
• Answer phone inquiries and assist as needed.
• Issue procedural trays and carts and record their issuance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement plan with up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000
• Career training and educational opportunities
• Merchant discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED