Receiving Clerk

Summary

The Receiving Clerk is responsible for inspecting, receiving, and organizing medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals to ensure timely and accurate distribution to departments. Reports to departmental leadership.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Unload, inspect, scan, and receive incoming shipments of medical supplies, equipment, and time‑sensitive materials.
• Verify shipments against purchase orders and packing slips for accuracy and completeness.
• Inspect items for damage, expiration dates, and compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Properly label and store items in accordance with health system policies.
• Maintain accurate inventory records using the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.
• Coordinate with purchasing, clinical, and logistics teams to ensure timely deliveries to departments.
• Accurately package and ship outbound supplies, equipment, or other materials and keep accurate records of all outgoing shipments.
• Follow all regulatory guidelines including HIPAA, OSHA, and DNV standards.
• Maintain a workflow that sets expectations of receiving all shipments daily.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned.

Licenses and Certifications

• Required: Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Forklift certification.

Education and Experience

• Required: High school graduate or equivalent.
• Required: Minimum of one year experience in a warehouse or receiving role, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Preferred: Familiarity with medical terminology and supply chain practices in healthcare.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with ERP systems and handheld scanners, preferably in a healthcare environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and collaborate with every level in the organization.

Working Conditions

Warehouse environment with exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions. Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Physical Requirements

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Additional Information

CHKDHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. If assistance is needed, please reach out to us at TalentTeam@chkd.org.