Central Supply Technician

Cantex Continuing Care Network; Silsbee (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

401k with match

Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental

Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday & PTO

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Tuition & CEU Reimbursement

Rewards & Recognition Program

Job summary

Cantex Continuing Care Network is seeking a Central Supply Technician to manage medical supplies, inventory, and distribution to support resident care and facility operations in a long-term care setting. You will maintain par levels, restock, and coordinate purchasing.

This role requires accurate typing (40 wpm), computer literacy, and fluency in English. CNA or CMA credentials are a plus, with prior central supply experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of central supply experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medication Aide (CMA) preferred.
• Accurate typing skills of 40 words per minute or greater.
• Computer literacy required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Responsibilities

• Maintain established inventory and par levels of medical supplies necessary to support patient and resident care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient central supply area.
• Ensure essential supplies are available 24 hours a day, including weekends, and maintain supply availability within medication rooms and designated clinical areas.
• Perform routine inventory reviews and restock supplies as needed based on utilization.
• Order medical supplies according to established schedules while supporting cost-effective purchasing practices.
• Coordinate supplies and equipment required for new admissions.
• Maintain inventory levels of over-the-counter medications based on facility utilization patterns.
• Obtain over-the-counter medications for new admissions when ordered and not available within inventory.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to monitor supply expenditures and complete budget control documentation, including vendor and purchasing records.
• Support compliance with Abuse Prevention policies, Patient Care Management Systems requirements, and facility operational standards.
• Promote patient and resident safety and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Central supply experience

Typing 40 wpm

Computer literacy

English proficiency

Job description

Overview

The Central Supply Technician manages medical supplies, inventory control activities, and supply distribution processes to support resident care and facility operations. This role maintains supply inventory levels, coordinates supply ordering, supports budget management efforts, and helps ensure necessary clinical and operational supplies are available throughout the facility. The Central Supply Technician may also provide administrative and clinical support to the nursing department while promoting efficient healthcare supply management and resident care support.

Responsibilities

• Maintain established inventory and par levels of medical supplies necessary to support patient and resident care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient central supply area.
• Ensure essential supplies are available 24 hours a day, including weekends, and maintain supply availability within medication rooms and designated clinical areas.
• Perform routine inventory reviews and restock supplies as needed based on utilization.
• Order medical supplies according to established schedules while supporting cost-effective purchasing practices.
• Coordinate supplies and equipment required for new admissions.
• Maintain inventory levels of over-the-counter medications based on facility utilization patterns.
• Obtain over-the-counter medications for new admissions when ordered and not available within inventory.
• Collaborate with facility leadership to monitor supply expenditures and complete budget control documentation, including vendor and purchasing records.
• Support compliance with Abuse Prevention policies, Patient Care Management Systems requirements, and facility operational standards.
• Promote patient and resident safety and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of central supply experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Medication Aide (CMA) preferred.
• Accurate typing skills of 40 words per minute or greater.
• Computer literacy required.
• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language.

Benefits/EEO

What We Offer You

• Competitive Wages
• 401k with match
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance
• Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday & Paid Holidays
• Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Tuition & CEU Reimbursement
• Rewards & Recognition Program

EEOC

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an excellent benefit plan to include 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package.