Inventory Clerk

610 NW 11th St, Hermiston, Oregon, 97838-6601, United States of America

About the role

This position is responsible for maintenance, storage, and utilization of the dialysis facility inventory and inventory system in accordance with DaVita's Healthcare Policies, Procedures and Guidelines, OSHA, CMS, AAMI, federal, state, and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain inventory records for all dialysis supplies (including purchase orders and inventory transaction audits), logs, files, returns, obsolete/expired items, emergency orders, and manual purchase orders.
• Ensure appropriate levels of supplies, medications, and equipment are available at all times using the automated inventory system; adjust processes to accommodate facility patient growth and item changes.
• Order, receive, and issue supplies including medications daily; perform daily, weekly, and monthly counts of supplies and reissue using the computerized system according to set standards.
• Record supplies provided to other modalities (PD, Acute, Home Hemo, etc.).
• Stock treatment areas daily and provide supplies, including medications, to staff.
• Maintain inventory on a first in/first out (FIFO) basis and ensure that supplies do not expire before usage; record inventory receipts, issues, and transfers on a timely basis.
• Print and review system reports and inventory transaction audits on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis as scheduled; submit reports to FA and review reports with the Facility Administrator.
• Maintain neatness, cleanliness, and safety of stock room per policy and regulations.
• Communicate with management, staff, purchasing agents, and vendors regarding supply delivery and notify Facility Administrator of any unusual incidents.
• Participate in facility QA/CQI process.
• Perform duties and responsibilities of other positions in the clinic including, but not limited to, Reuse Technician and Unit Secretary/Administrative Assistant as required.
• Participate in team nursing and promote team concept in all facility activities; proactively assist other staff in the performance of their duties in accordance with policies and as allowed by state regulations (i.e., look for ways to help).
• Consistent, regular attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this position.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Additional qualifications as required by individual state law.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through skills required.
• Familiarity with computerized inventory systems preferred; basic computer familiarity required.
• Commitment to DaVita's values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment, and Fun.
• Knowledge of and adherence to DaVita Employment and Teammate policies.
• Empathy, consideration, and respect for patients and co-workers.
• Willingness to seek opportunities to help teammates and/or patients.
• Willingness and ability to foster a positive work environment.
• Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position; primary written language of supplies and inventory system is English.
• Vision adequate to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position, including repetitive use of a computer monitor.
• Physical ability to lift a minimum of 10 pounds to a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted and perform repetitive standing, sitting, stooping, walking, stretching, reaching, and use full range of body motions.

Work Environment

Level II - Job required tasks normally do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, but may require performing unplanned Level I tasks. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues; however, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment, and appropriate personal protection measures are required in those instances. Full vaccination against COVID-19 may be required by hospitals in this program, which may include a booster when eligible.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out.
• Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, and more.
• Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning.