Inventory Control Specialist

General Summary

Provides comprehensive inventory control for assigned departments.

Principal Job Functions

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Initiates requisitions for supplies on a daily basis.
• Adjusts supply/order levels based on usage.
• Verifies, orders and signs for incoming supplies.
• Completes documentation for item additions, changes, and deletions to the inventory system.
• Investigates back orders and stock outs and takes appropriate steps to maintain a high fill rate.
• Coincides with all levels of personnel, auxiliary, and ancillary departments to promote customer service and optimum efficiency.
• Participates in and maintains competencies for the position; attends staff meetings regularly.
• Verifies all issues and enters necessary corrections to insure accuracy of monthly reports.
• Maintains inventory variances and enters corrections to insure inventory accuracy.
• Adheres to safety and security procedures to promote a safe and secure environment.
• Insures items are labeled and/or packaged correctly and kits are assembled and available.
• Prepares and enters all special/custom patient charges and verifies rental billings.
• Enters restricted access areas, without supervision, to perform assigned work.
• Completes patient charge entry.
• Maintains point of use system, resolves issues, installs new products, Coordinates product recalls.
• Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Participates in meetings, committees and department projects as assigned.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.
• Knowledge of general inventory control principles.
• Knowledge of general accounting principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform crucial conversations with desired outcomes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of personnel and medical staff.
• Ability to problem solve and engage independent critical thinking skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality relevant to sensitive information.
• Ability to comprehend and utilize medical terminology.
• Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Additional education related to work area assignment preferred.
• Prior inventory work experience in a health care environment desired.

Other Credentials / Certifications

• Valid State of Nebraska driver's license required to travel between facility sites when necessary.
• Verification and maintenance of responsible driving record per facility standards required.