Supply Technician Junior (Hot Springs)
Company: Solutions Development Center
Location: Hot Springs
Posted on: September 12, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Summary Ensure supplies and materials are distributed from
primary inventory points to all areas serviced by Logistics,
including sterile and non-sterile medical supplies. Tasks include
but are not limited to scanning, barcoding, receiving, storing, and
the distribution of medical and surgical supplies, instruments, and
other materials, cleaning and first in first out rotation of
expendable medical supplies and implants. The work requires
knowledge of applicable policies and procedures as well as
inventory systems such as the generic inventory package (GIP),
bar-coding, aseptic procedures, and Logistics processes. Requires
practical knowledge of standard supply management procedures to
perform work involving inventory and excess material management.
Knowledge and ability to interpret policies, procedures, manuals,
and regulations pertaining to supply/inventory management and
federal acquisition systems. Requires knowledge related to stock
rotation, hazard alerts and recalls ensuring outdated or otherwise
compromised supplies and materials are removed from usage area.
Requires knowledge of an automated inventory system to monitor
issues and receipts in support of stock replenishment processes.
Requires analytical ability to define and recognize problems, to
collect applicable data and make recommendations for a solution.
Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software programs such
as Microsoft Word and Excel, sufficient to enter information and
manage supply inventory. Essential Functions and Responsibilities
The junior supply technicians shall perform daily inventory of
primary and secondary inventory points using bar coding equipment
on a predetermined schedule provided by the Government that will
allow for timely replenishment orders. Resolve differences between
records and physical count of stock and communicate discrepancies
to VA personnel. Ensure products and shelving are marked with
corresponding identification numbers. Consolidate materials and
provide maximum space utilization and protection of materials.
Clean assigned secondary areas (shelves and bins) in accordance
with aseptic principles as published in infection control
guidelines, local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Joint
Commission standards as scheduled. Support wall-to-wall and
periodic inventories. Provide customer service and professionalism
with all clinical staff that uses medical supplies, along with
other Logistics personnel; all contacts require tact and diplomacy.
The Contractor shall work with clinical and administrative
customers as well as outside stakeholders such as vendors to obtain
information regarding clinical supplies. Maintain stock at primary
and secondary inventory locations for all clinical and
administrative services. This involves pulling stock inventory and
material from main inventory for delivery; replenishing stock
inventory; interacting with clinical and administrative customers
to ensure issues and needs are identified and either resolved or
escalated to the responsible Inventory Management Specialists as
needed; maintaining records on stock levels; recommending revisions
in stock levels as needed to supply changes to Inventory Management
Specialists; communicating to the responsible lead any concerns
related to supplies, equipment and procedures, providing
information as needed orally or in writing regarding customer or
external stakeholder issues, general telephone inquiries and
visitor referrals: communicating with customers and vendors to
obtain information regarding medical supplies. Monitor expiration
dates, rotate stock to limit outdates and remove items from use as
required by outdates. The Contractor shall support the responsible
Inventory Management Specialists in checking inventory for stock
identified for recalled items and hazard alerts; ensures critical
supplies are appropriately monitored and controlled, resolving
deviations when possible, and escalating significant deviations to
the Inventory Management Specialists. Perform daily inventory of
primary and secondary inventory points using bar coding equipment
on a predetermined schedule that will allow for timely
replenishment orders. The Contractor shall Resolve differences
between records and physical count of stock. Distribute items
according to established requirements in computerized inventory
management systems such as GIP. The Contractor shall utilize a
Government provided pager or similar device to Expedite the
pick/delivery of items needed in user areas throughout the VA HCS
and supported catchment area. The Contractor shall fill requests
for items based on daily schedules of need or on an emergent basis
as appropriate. Clean assigned secondary areas (shelves and bins)
in accordance with aseptic principles as published in infection
control guidelines, local Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and
Joint Commission standards as scheduled. Deliver supplies in a
timely and accurate manner, ensuring supplies and material
delivered are in sterile and operational condition. Deliveries will
be to wards, clinics and other secondary locations that may be in
remote sites. Delivery by motor vehicle may be required by the
contractor. The government will furnish a vehicle if required to
deliver supplies to hospital from warehouse. The contractor shall
complete specialty cart preparation and stocking. Support
wall-to-wall and periodic inventories and conduct Inventory Control
Receiving activities to include receipt of supplies and material
into the VA Health Care System and supported catchment area.
Unpack/uncrate supplies from shipping cartons; properly store
supplies and material in main/primary inventory areas. Store items
in accordance with VA established guidelines, utilizing a
computerized inventory system, to ensure sterility and integrity of
the supplies and material and the data integrity of the inventory
management system. Receive, store and ships bin and bulk supplies,
materials and equipment. Conduct inventory of stock on hand and
communicate discrepancies to leadership and shall ensure products
and shelving are marked with corresponding identification numbers.
Consolidate materials and provide maximum space utilization and
protection of materials. Sign in and out for all schedule shifts at
each facility location. Physical Requirements Work requires
standing and walking during the entire workday, and frequent
reaching, bending, and lifting of supply packages (occasionally
weighing as much as 50 pounds). Work requires pushing loaded carts
of medical supplies (weighing more than 100+ pounds). With proper
assistance, moves heavier items' weighing over 40 pounds. Work
Environment Work is performed throughout the medical center and
supported catchment areas, which includes wards, storage buildings,
and warehouses that range from a clean environment to hot, cold,
drafty, and poorly lighted. Will be required to work outdoors on
docks, making deliveries in all types of weather conditions during
all seasons. Workers shall encounter hazardous materials in daily
work activities. Technicians are required to wear proper personal
protective equipment (PPE) per local guidance. Influenza
Vaccination Required. Education and/or Experience A high school
qualification or equivalent. Prior experience as a warehouse
manager, supply technician or a similar role. Ability to lift and
carry relatively heavy items. Excellent written communication
skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and inventory logging
software Full Benefit Package to include: Paid PTO and sick leave
(15 days initially) Paid Federal Government Holidays 100% Medical
premium for employee 100% Dental and Vision 100% Medical premium
for employee
Keywords: Solutions Development Center, Rapid City , Supply Technician Junior (Hot Springs), Engineering , Hot Springs, South Dakota
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