Inventory Control Clerk

POSITION SUMMARY

Ensure timely delivery of appropriate supplies and linen to assigned inventories.

Principal Duties:

1.   Stock inventory requisition and issue hospital goods to and from the main storeroom(s).

2.   Inventory restock and manage sufficient inventory/linen levels in designated areas according to calculated PAR levels.

3.   Create pick lists according to the defined process pick goods from indicated locations and deliver to designated areas.

4.   Place goods with accuracy in bins drawers and racks identifying part and stored location.

5.   Serve as the primary point of contact for all supply/linen issues for assigned endusers.

6.   Proactively maintain assigned storage areas by performing all associated tasks including but not limited to: working with the Materials Manager to adjust PAR levels based on usage/volume/forecasts/etc. removing boxes/packing materials/loose items from the area replacing incorrectly located supplies into correct bins rotating stock and checking for outdates etc.

7.   Perform cycle counts of inventory locations when assigned.

8.   Distribute incoming and outgoing mail per procedure.

9.   Troubleshoot minor problems with copy equipment in selfserve mail room and notify vendor for unresolved repairs.

10. Perform interfacility courier duties as assigned.

Customer Service:

1.   Greets customers in courteous friendly respectful and professional manner at all times including maintaining eye contact when appropriate.

2.   Follows communication protocols to both internal and external customers including introducing him/herself with job title and experience asking open ended questions such as How may I be of help to you using the customers name as soon as it is learned.

3.   Responds promptly and appropriately to customer questions/concerns/complaints and attempts immediate resolution.

4.   Keeps customers information confidential including public places such as elevators or the cafeteria.

5.   Provides assistance and offers help immediately including finding someone else to meet the request if unable to do so him/herself. Introduce other staff to customers when a handoff occurs and explain that the person will provide excellent service.

6.   Demonstrates commitment to excellent service recovery when a customers expectations have not been met.

Commitment to CoWorkers:

1.   Offers assistance to colleagues and other departments when needed.

2.   Takes responsibility for solving problems regardless of origin; completes assignments and respects deadlines.

3.   Resolves conflict directly with colleagues and seeks assistance from others if the issue cannot be resolved. Refrains from criticism in public.

4.   Mindful and respectful of others time and schedules. Attends meetings on time and communicates any absences.

5.   Provides coworkers with a status report for continuity of workflow when planning to be out of the office off the unit or away from the department

Communication Etiquette:

1.   Respectful courteous and professional in all forms of communication and follows facilitys service communication protocol in all interactions.

2.   Refrains from use of personal cell phone in patient care areas and keeps usage to a minimum at all other times while on duty.

3.   Does not text or use email during meetings (except for exigent or emergency situations).

4.   Limits use of business cell phone during meetings (remain on vibrate and/or calls go to voicemail).

5.   Makes every effort to answer telephone calls within three rings introducing him/herself department and title (if appropriate).  Asks permission before placing the caller on hold or using the speakerphone.  If caller is transferred gives the caller the extension number of the person he or she is being transferred to.  Offers further assistance to the caller upon completing the conversation.

6.   Maintains an appropriate voicemail message and when away from the office has an outofoffice email message that is brief current and includes name and department and offers the caller options if possible.

7.   Returns email and voicemail messages promptly but no later than within one business day (24 hours).

8.   Always mindful of voice and language in public.

Self Management:

1.   Reports to work appropriately groomed and in compliance with the Hospitals dress code.  Wears identification badge at all times at chest level and facing outwards so identification is clearly visible.

2.   Complete all assignments within deadlines or negotiates alternative actions and time frames in order to achieve desired outcomes.

3.   Completes mandatory annual education and competency requirements.

4.   Follows UMCAP safety infection control and employee health standards.

5.   Demonstrates responsibility for personal growth development and professional knowledge and competency.

6.   Adhere to all UMCAP and department policies and procedures including Code of Conduct and professional behavior standards.  Does not exceed Hospital guidelines in reference to attendance punctuality and use of sick and unplanned absences.  Provides notification of absences lateness and vacation requests according to department guidelines.  Respects length of time for lunch and break times.

7.   Reviews signs and adheres to UMCAP and/or departmental confidentiality statement.

Qualifications :

Position requires high school diploma GED or equivalent

Required: Less than one year Preferred: 1 3 year

Working experience with hospital supplies is preferred.

Prior use of automated inventory and purchasing system preferred

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $19.50$27.31

Other Compensation (if applicable):

Review theUMMS Benefits Guide