Hospital Materials Clerk – Inventory & Dispatch

Mount Auburn Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Auburn Hospital is seeking an Inventory Specialist within its Supply Chain Services. The role supports hospital operations by monitoring stock levels, placing orders, and ensuring accurate receiving and labeling of supplies.

Duties include inspecting incoming packages, coordinating with Purchasing, and maintaining organized stock locations to aid efficient distribution. The position emphasizes safety, compliance with hospital policies, and the ability to work in a dynamic hospital

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Infectious and hazardous waste training is a plus.
• Ability to work in a sometimes-stressful environment while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Must be able to reach, push, and lift materials up to 70 pounds.
• Experience or ability to learn an automated inventory system.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and orders supplies in efficient quantities to support hospital operations.
• Receives incoming supplies and notifies relevant departments of discrepancies.
• Scans requisitions and uploads orders; inspects packages for accuracy.
• Transports mail, materials and assets, and maintains inventory records.
• Maintains and rotates stock; develops efficient par levels for JIT and bulk inventories.

Skills

Safety compliance

Team communication

Stamina/physical fitness

Attention to detail

Automated inventory systems

Licensed driver

Education

High school diploma

Infectious and hazardous waste training

Job description

Mount Auburn Hospital is seeking an Inventory Specialist within its Supply Chain Services. The role supports hospital operations by monitoring stock levels, placing orders, and ensuring accurate receiving and labeling of supplies.

Duties include inspecting incoming packages, coordinating with Purchasing, and maintaining organized stock locations to aid efficient distribution. The position emphasizes safety, compliance with hospital policies, and the ability to work in a dynamic hospital