Inventory Associate

Banner Health; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Banner Health in Tucson is seeking an Inventory Associate to provide supply receipt, delivery and inventory management for an assigned area. You will support PAR levels, assist with procurement and work with multiple departments to ensure patient care supplies are available.

The role emphasizes customer service, independence, and teamwork within Banner University Tucson’s Supply Chain Services. Prior hospital supply experience is a plus, and on-site daytime hours are typical.

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 and interpret supply requisitions.
• Effective written and verbal communication; strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Responsibilities

• Take daily inventory of the assigned supply area and restock to par levels.
• Monitor usage and generate utilization reports for leadership review.
• Assist with procurement of special needs and equipment as required.
• Serve as a knowledge resource on supply methods and goods for staff.
• Work under supervision following defined procedures and guidelines; represent the organization when interfacing with vendors.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Primary City/State:Tucson, ArizonaDepartment Name:Supply Chain Svcs-HospWork Shift:DayJob Category:Supply ChainThe 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 University Tucson. 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.Location: Banner University TucsonHours: Monday-Friday 630am-3pmBanner - University Medical Center South is a comprehensive academic medical center that includes an Emergency department, a state-designated trauma center and a Behavioral Health Pavilion. We are an Arizona Department of Health Services-accredited Cardiac Receiving Center and a Nurses Improving Care for Health system Elders-designated senior-friendly hospital. The hospital is staffed by physicians who are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson and is managed by Banner Health under an operating agreement with Pima County. Our specialty services include inpatient and outpatient behavioral health, treatment and education for diabetes, innovative geriatrics care and comprehensive orthopedics.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides supply receipt, delivery and inventory management services to an assigned area or department of the medical center or facility.CORE FUNCTIONS1. 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.2. Monitors usage, creates utilization reports, consults with clinical supply liaison or appropriate department staff, recommends changes to inventory and par levels.3. Assists with the procurement of special supply needs and may assist assigned department with the procurement of equipment.4. Acts as a knowledge resource for clinical or other related staff in the area of supply methods and goods.5. Works independently under regular supervision. Follows defined procedures and guidelines. Makes decisions about inventory levels. Represents the interests of the organization when interfacing with vendors.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSAn 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 QUALIFICATIONSHigh 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.EEO Statement:EEO/Disabled/VeteransOur organization supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy Policy