Inventory Associate

bannerhealth; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health is seeking an Inventory Associate at Banner Estrella Medical Center in Phoenix, AZ. This entry-level role focuses on supply receipt, delivery and inventory management for a hospital setting, with an evening shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM and weekend availability.

You will manage PAR levels, restock supplies, and collaborate with multiple departments to ensure patient care materials are readily available. This role offers growth within Banner Health's expansive supply chain team.

Qualifications

• Understanding of inventory management tasks and ability to work with a computer-based inventory system.
• Accurate data entry and keyboarding skills; ability to read requisitions and communicate effectively in writing.
• Demonstrated effective customer service skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
• High school diploma or GED required; additional education preferred in hospital/healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Take daily inventory of the assigned storage area (Par Carts) and restock to par levels.
• Monitor usage; generate utilization reports and advise on changes to inventory and par levels.
• Assist with procurement of special supply needs and assist with equipment purchases when needed.
• Serve as a knowledge resource on supply methods and goods for clinical staff.
• Work independently under supervision and represent the organization when interfacing with vendors.

Skills

Inventory management

Data entry

Customer service

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Inventory software

Job description

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name: Supply Chain Svcs-Hosp

Work Shift: Evening

Job Category: Supply Chain

The future is full of possibilities. At Banner Health, we’re excited about what the future holds for health care. That’s why we’re changing the industry to make the experience the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better. The future of health care starts here. If you’re ready to change lives, we want to hear from you.

You will be joining Banner Estrella. This is a great team to be apart of! For a second year, Banner Health has ranked #2 in the Gartner Healthcare Supply Chain Top 25. Great people make a great supply chain.

This an ideal entry level position to gain experience in supply chain and health care with opportunity for growth! Our Supply Chain Services department manages various medical supplies, fills customers supply phone requests, code cart replenishments, incoming deliveries, tanks, and supports other Supply Chain functions. The Inventory Associate position is a critical link between department leadership and the SCS store room, ensuring PAR locations are adequately managed for patient care.

You will feel welcomed, appreciated and part of a family immediately your first day. As an Inventory Associate, your ability to provide customer service, work independently and as part of a team will be key to your success in your role. Bring your positive energy to our large and unique team! As an Inventory Associate, you may not help patients directly, but, your efforts ensure that the patients here get everything they need during their stay. You will have the opportunity to work with multiple departments, which allows for understanding of internal operations that many outside of this department do not have.

Work Location: Banner Estrella Medical Center

Shift & Schedule: This position works the evening shift from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. Candidates must be available to work every weekend, with Tuesday and Wednesday designated as regular days off

Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 353-bed acute care hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast growing communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an innovative, fully electronic facility that features electronic medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact, we've been named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the country" by Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is also designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both patients and their family members. We encourage the use of such therapies as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki Therapy.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides supply receipt, delivery and inventory management services to an assigned area or department of the medical center or facility.

CORE FUNCTIONS

• Takes a daily inventory of assigned supply storage area and/or clinical department supplies (Par Carts), requisitions and restocks supplies to par levels. Rotates stock and maintains a clean and orderly storage area in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements.
• Monitors usage, creates utilization reports, consults with clinical supply liaison or appropriate department staff, recommends changes to inventory and par levels.
• Assists with the procurement of special supply needs and may assist assigned department with the procurement of equipment.
• Acts as a knowledge resource for clinical or other related staff in the area of supply methods and goods.
• Works independently under regular supervision. Follows defined procedures and guidelines. Makes decisions about inventory levels. Representatives the interests of the organization when interfacing with vendors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• An understanding of inventory management tasks and the ability to work effectively with a computer based inventory management system.
• Requires accurate data entry and keyboarding skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, the ability to read and interpret supply requisitions and equipment directions. Must have demonstrated effective customer service skills. Positions in Food Service area must be able to learn food handling regulations and pass certification tests as required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
• Previous experience working with medical supplies or food supplies (as applicable) and/or hospital services is strongly preferred and may be required for some work assignments.
• Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

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