Hospital Blank Assistant 1

UC Davis Health; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid holidays

Job summary

UC Davis Health is seeking an on-site Inventory Clerk to manage delivery, replenishment, and inventory systems to support patient care at the Main Hospital in Sacramento. You will maintain records, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely distribution of supplies with responsiveness to departmental needs.

The role emphasizes accuracy in documentation and physical handling of materials, requiring standing and walking for long periods.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining multiple filing systems, records, and logistical information.
• Ability to read and write English well enough to comprehend and convey instructions on invoices, shipping documents, control logs, inventory sheets, and other correspondence.
• Knowledge and use of basic mathematical calculations; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Skills for performing accurate calculations of inventory replenishment, weight, units of measure, and package counts.
• Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position, including transporting materials, maneuvering equipment and carts in various work environments, and working in a standing position for extended periods.
• Possess interpersonal skills to relate complicated systems and ideas to diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• 50% - Delivery Systems
• 20% - Replenishment Systems
• 15% - Inventory Systems
• 10% - Documentation and Accuracy
• 5% - Other Duties

Job description

Job Summary

This position is responsible for the delivery, replenishment, and inventory management of hospital supplies, ensuring materials are accurately distributed, stocked, and available to support patient care. Maintains inventory records, resolves discrepancies, removes outdated products, and provides responsive customer service while supporting departmental operations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in maintaining multiple filing systems, records, and logistical information is required in this position.
• Ability to read and write English well enough to comprehend and convey instructions on invoices, shipping documents, control logs, inventory sheets, and other correspondence.
• Knowledge and use of basic mathematical calculations; addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Skills for performing accurate calculations of inventory replenishment, weight, units of measure, and package counts.
• Ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position, including transporting materials, maneuvering equipment and carts in various work environments, and working in a standing position for extended periods.
• Possess interpersonal skills to relate complicated systems and ideas to diverse audience. This includes maintaining professional demeanor to work accurately and quickly under pressure while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience maintaining and retrieving information from both digital and hard-copy filing systems.
• Knowledge of functions related to hospital supply activities. This includes distribution logistics, proper documentation, weights and units of measure, and policies and procedures related to product dispersal.

Key Responsibilities

• 50% - Delivery Systems
• 20% - Replenishment Systems
• 15% - Inventory Systems
• 10% - Documentation and Accuracy
• 5% - Other Duties

Department Overview

Supply Chain Management is responsible for providing the continuous flow of supplies and services required by UC Davis Medical Center. This includes the acquisition of everything from supplies and medical instrumentation used in providing patient care to the equipment and parts needed to operate and maintain the health system's physical plant. Our main objective is to place the right item, at the right place, at the right time.

Distribution Services represents one of the units within the Material Management system. Among the functions of this unit are maintaining inventories, receiving, stocking, storing, issuing, distributing cleaning equipment, record keeping, and various methods of transportation of materials within UC Davis Health.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $27.07 - $33.62
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 281
• UC Job Title: HOSP BLANK AST 1
• UC Job Code: 009253
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 6:30am-3:00pm
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees.

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family
• Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees
• Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources
• Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee’s lives
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Hospital Work Environment Ability to work overtime, weekends, holiday and a rotating schedule to meet operational needs

Special Requirements – Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

A Culture of Opportunity and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re committed to solving life’s most urgent challenges and building a healthier, more resilient world. We believe in growing through every challenge, continually striving to improve, and welcoming new perspectives that strengthen our community. We recognize that a vibrant and innovative organization values both individual strengths and shared purpose. The best ideas often emerge when people with different experiences come together.

As you consider joining UC Davis, we invite you to explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education. We believe you belong here. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

To view the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to feel seen and valued, our recruitment process at UC Davis supports openness and authenticity. Research shows that some individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. You may be an excellent fit for this role-or the next one. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every listed requirement. #YouBelongHere

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