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Central Maine, Maine
Posted: 26-Jul-24
Location: Lewes, Delaware
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 7965
Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community. Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.
Benefits
In addition to competitive compensation and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision and prescription) Beebe Healthcare also offers:
- Sign-on and Referral Bonuses for select positions
- Tuition Assistance up to $5,000
- Paid Time Off
- Long Term Sick accrual
- Employer Contribution Plan
- Free Short and Long-Term Disability for Full Time employees
- Zero copay for drugs on prescription plan for certain conditions
- College Bound 529 Savings Plan
- Life Insurance
- Beebe Perks via Work Advantage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
Overview
Reporting to the Distribution Supervisor, the Distribution Specialist plays a crucial role in the seamless operation of Beebe Medical Center and its Family Health Centers. Responsible for receiving, inspecting, verifying, controlling, storing, and accurately issuing materials, supplies, and equipment across all departments, this position ensures the efficient flow of resources essential to patient care and operational continuity.
Responsibilities
- Audit exchange carts, par level stock areas, and stock on hand to ensure accuracy and readiness for patient care.
- Remove outdated sterile or unused supplies regularly and coordinate their return to distribution or appropriate disposal.
- Maintain the supply support system in patient care areas, ensuring availability and proper organization of supplies.
- Inventory and restock all carts and par level storage areas promptly and accurately.
- Ensure Distribution maintains adequate stock levels to support exchange carts and par level stocking areas.
- Obtain supplies from stores as needed and maintain efficient supply chain processes.
- Prepare and process inventory documentation such as stock issue requisitions and return to stock credits accurately.
- Pull orders and deliver supplies promptly to requesting departments, maintaining a high level of service.
- Utilize proper storage and distribution techniques to preserve supply integrity and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Ensure supplies are properly located and identified in all supply and cart areas.
- Document, identify, and rotate stock appropriately, removing outdated materials as necessary.
- Recommend adjustments to stock levels based on usage trends and operational needs.
- Apply charge codes to supplies accurately and prepare necessary documentation for patient account billing.
- Ensure all chargeable supplies are properly labeled with stickers for accountability.
- Set traction frames, issue patient care equipment, and maintain accurate documentation and tracking.
- Receive incoming materials, supplies, and equipment, verifying shipment accuracy and condition.
- Inspect shipments for damages or defects, document discrepancies, and notify appropriate personnel for resolution.
- Hold damaged goods until claims are resolved and process necessary documentation for payment authorization.
- Stock shelves in main stores and ensure timely delivery to departments as needed.
- Ship packages using various carriers like Federal Express, UPS, and others, maintaining shipping records and ensuring pickups are scheduled promptly.
- Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to hospital support services and assisting with tasks outside regular responsibilities when needed.
Additional Notes: As part of our hospital's support services team, flexibility and readiness to assist with diverse duties beyond routine tasks are essential.
Qualifications
One year experience working with patient care supplies and equipment is preferred. An understanding of the use/purpose of Medical/Surgical supplies and equipment helpful; experience with storage and distribution of supplies desirable. On the job training is provided. Ability to work independently in a quick and professional manner. Ability to communicate well and expediently handle clerical control systems is required.
Competencies Skills
Essential:
* Clear Communication Skills Both Written and Verbal
* Knowledge Of Basic Computer Programs
* Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
* Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
* Has Skills to Provides Customer Service to Patients, Team Members and Visitors
* Experience With Excel, Power Point, Word, Visio, Etc.
Credentials
Education
Essential:
* High school graduate or equivalent
Other Information
Join a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. At Beebe Medical Center, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to a positive and supportive work environment where your skills and dedication make a difference every day!
Salaries starting at
USD $16.50/Hr.