Distribution Clerk - Full Time First Shift

About the Role

As part of Valley Health, one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, this role contributes to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the well-being of caregivers.

Department: Central Services & Supplies

Responsibilities and Duties

• Performs stocking and replenishment of life-saving code carts and other lifesaving apparatuses.
• Responsible for rotating stock, checking for and removing any upcoming expired items.
• Performs scanning inventory on assigned inpatient units using a handheld inventory scanner.
• Responsible for making and maintaining isolation caddies and kits.
• Handles pickup, cleaning, and sanitation of hospital equipment in adherence to Joint Commission and infection control standards.
• Performs restocking of high-usage supplies stocked outside of patient rooms in nurse server TLCs and several clean holdings.
• Uses the pneumatic tube station, including computer, verbal, and written transactions.
• Works with staff of different skill levels and may access medication storage areas during supply replenishment.
• Trained on the use of department phones and proper response to inquiries from nurses, respiratory therapists, EVS, and other staff.
• Learns which departments to contact for specific needs.
• Reads and responds to emails in a timely manner.
• May mentor new staff as needed to assist department needs.
• Becomes familiar with routes and locations to ensure proper deliveries.
• Performs tasks using copier, printer, Cisco portable, and desk phones.
• Delivers excellent customer service related to patient care and visitors using the AIDET method.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Healthcare Sterile Processing Association (HSPA) certification (formerly IAHCSMM) preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.
• Good communication skills and the ability to set priorities as necessary.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to work in a high-stress, labor-intensive work environment.
• Experience with pallet jack, handheld palm pilot, Excel, and Microsoft preferred.
• Ability to use and operate Cisco portable and desk phones for customer service purposes preferred.

Physical Demands

Customer Service Level 6

Benefits

Valley Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Zero-deductible health plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Retirement savings match
• Robust Employee Assistance Program for emotional well-being
• Membership to Healthy U: An incentive-based wellness program
• Health savings account and flexible spending account for childcare
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee perks such as discounts on on-campus dining and more

For a full overview of benefits, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.

Pay

$17.26 - $20.71 per hour

Schedule

First Shift