Inventory Specialist

RWJBarnabas Health; Lincoln Park (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Prescription Drug Insuranc

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Inventory Specialist to stock and replenish operating room supplies at the Morris Cancer Center in New Brunswick, NJ. The role focuses on maintaining PAR levels, tracking implants, and coordinating procurement with the OR team.

The position requires daily attention to inventory accuracy, adherence to sterile procedures, and competency in Excel and inventory software. Per diem schedule, day shifts, and hospital-wide compliance are key elements of this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency in Excel and inventory software.
• Knowledge of surgical supplies and sterile procedures is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Stock, organize, and replenish operating room supplies.
• Monitor PAR levels and manage inventory to prevent shortages or overstock.
• Order, inspect, and distribute surgical supplies and implants.
• Remove expired, damaged, or recalled items promptly.
• Maintain and track implants using the UDI tracker.
• Process requisitions and support emergency supply requests.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and safety standards.

Skills

Excel

Supply management software

Healthcare inventory systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

UDI tracker

Job description

Inventory Specialist

Req #: 0000268712

Category: Procurement / Supply Chain / Distribution

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJ New Brunswick

Department: Distribution

Pay Range: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Location: 165 Somerset Street, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Job Title: Inventory Specialist

Location: Morris Cancer Center

Department Name: Distribution

Req #: 0000268712

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $18.04 - $25.93 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

A Typical Day

Hospital operating room (OR) supply chain technicians with the titles of inventory specialist, OR material assistant, materials specialist, and OR Technicians, support surgical services by ensuring procurement, inventory supply management, distribution, and replenishment of surgical supplies are timely to avoid delay in OR cases.

The role works closely with OR coordinators and supply chain management to ensure the OR is fully stocked, compliant, and prepared for daily surgeries to maintain efficient operations and support patient care.

• Stock, organize, and replenish operating room supplies,
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate PAR levels of surgical supplies and implants to prevent shortages and overstock; collaborate with OR coordinator and OR manager by using data to drive PARs,
• Order, receive, inspect, and distribute surgical supplies, implants, and specialty items,
• Ensure expired, damaged, or recalled items are removed and managed promptly,
• Manage and track implants using the UDI tracker,
• Reviews OR booking sheets with OR manager and plans supply procurement accordingly
• Process Bill Only requisitions within established time frame; monitors STAT requisitions to avoid increased cost,
• Resolve back orders and shortages by collaborating with clinical team for clinically approved substitutes or replacements,
• Conducts documented inventory audits and rounding,
• Support emergency supply requests and replenishment needs,
• Maintain compliance with hospital and department policies, safety standards, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements,

This Role Might Be For You If ...

• You have working knowledge healthcare inventory systems
• You demonstrate knowledge of surgical supplies and sterile procedures
• You have strong organizational, communication and critical thinking skills
• You demonstrate the ability to work in fast-paced clinical environment
• You have the ability to use latest technology to perform job responsibilities
• You are proficient in excel and supply management software
• You have the ability to lift, push and pull up to fifty pounds

To Be Considered

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

Schedule Requirements:

• Per-Diem, Days.

Preferred

• One to two years of hospital supply chain operations experience

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey‑whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer