Supply Technician

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: 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 UAMS pharmacy The Supply Technician is responsible for proper handling and dispensing of medical/surgical supplies in clinical areas, supply par, and various inventory locations.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED plus six (6) months of previous experience in supply distribution, preferably in a healthcare environment required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for accurately ordering and completely filling par levels of medical/surgical supplies in automated supply cabinets and manually controlled bulk par rooms.
Checks par areas on a daily basis and as assigned; breaks down pallets and delivers supplies on carts; refills central supply inventory locations and adjusts inventory counts.
Counts, manages, and places replenishment orders as needed.
Rotates supplies into Sterile and non-sterile areas on shelves, specialty carts, and floors on a FIFO (first in, first out) basis when restocking; daily checks supplies for package integrity and outdates, and removes damaged or outdated supplies.
Performs cycle counts and corrects on a daily basis and as needed to ensure accurate inventory counts.
Maintains cabinets and carts in assigned areas in a neat and orderly manner. Organizes shelves, bins, and labels, and keeps the supply areas clean. Follows through on needed repairs to cabinets and carts. Removes unauthorized/excessive/damaged/outdated supplies.
Staffs the Central Supply dispatch window and tube system as assigned; issues and records supplies that are sent via pick up, delivery, or tube system. Issues out procedural trays and carts and records the issuance.
Responsible for after-hours delivery of the isolation cart.
Performs other duties as assigned.