Inventory Clerk

About the role

This position is responsible for maintaining, storing, and utilizing 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, manual purchase orders and 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.)
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• 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)
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• Consistent, regular attendance as scheduled is an essential responsibility of this position

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent required
• One year of related experience preferred

Qualifications

• 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

Skills

• Fluent in the written and verbal skills necessary to perform successfully the essential functions, duties, and responsibilities of the position

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 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.