Lead Clinical Supply Specialist (M-F, 8:30am - 5:30pm)

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Job Summary

Leads, implements, and measures supply chain activities independently. Dispenses medical/surgical supplies and patient‑care equipment with regular guidance. Ensures appropriate supplies are ordered, received, and inventory levels are maintained. Transports medical supplies and equipment independently.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily supply chain operations and staff.
• Supervises inventory counts to ensure adequate supply is maintained.
• Responsible for the organization and maintenance of assigned supply locations.
• Captures patient charges for supplies.
• Provides materials and equipment requested in a timely manner.
• Assembles carts for distribution.
• Ensures supplies are in a clean and safe working condition and environment.
• Cleans, prepares, and tests specialty beds or equipment for safety.
• Assists with the delivery of training to new staff.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Technical Capabilities

• Driving Practices (Intermediate): Knowledge and use of safe and compliant driving procedures.
• Equipment Inspections (Advanced): Systematic process of checking equipment against specified requirements.
• Local Area Awareness (Intermediate): Working knowledge of roads, buildings, and places in the local area.
• Inventory Management (Advanced): Monitors material movement, reconciles inventory balances, and maintains adequate inventory levels.
• Customer Service (Advanced): Focus on customer needs, anticipating requirements, remaining sensitive, and responding promptly.

Core Accountabilities

• Organizational Impact: Independently performs non‑routine tasks that significantly impact the team and related teams.
• Problem Solving / Complexity of Work: Gathers and analyzes data to solve problems with little or no precedent.
• Breadth of Knowledge: Applies advanced job knowledge and has developed a breadth of skills in other areas.
• Team Interaction: Serves as a lead for the team by providing expertise and guidance to team members.

Core Capabilities

Supporting Colleagues

• Develops Self and Others – invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to improve performance and gain new knowledge.
• Builds and Maintains Relationships – maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders to expand and strengthen relationships.
• Communicates Effectively – adapts communication style to suit different situations and audiences.

Delivering Excellent Services

• Serves Others with Compassion – seeks to understand current and future stakeholder needs and customizes services accordingly.
• Solves Complex Problems – approaches problems from different angles and identifies new possibilities for concrete solutions.
• Offers Meaningful Advice and Support – provides ongoing support and coaching to increase employee effectiveness.

Ensuring High Quality

• Performs Excellent Work – engages in dialogue about quality and addresses issues promptly.
• Ensures Continuous Improvement – looks beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes and resolves them.
• Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements – performs routine safety checks to prevent hazards.

Managing Resources Effectively

• Demonstrates Accountability – takes ownership and drives critical issues to closure.
• Stewards Organizational Resources – manages departmental resources efficiently.
• Makes Data‑Driven Decisions – uses information to identify and elevate opportunities.

Fostering Innovation

• Generates New Ideas – proactively identifies opportunities to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.
• Applies Technology – embraces new technologies, tools, and procedures to address challenges.
• Adapts to Change – views difficult situations as opportunities for improvement and embraces change.

Position Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Certifications: None specified.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.
• Opportunities for professional growth and a supportive community.