Central Services Clerk

Central Services Clerk

JOB SUMMARY

Assists associates in Central Supply to provide the correct supplies for customers, on time.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

HELPS MAINTAIN PROPER STOCK LEVELS

Inventories, arranges, prepares, stores and delivers safe, clean and / or sterile supplies and medical equipment for use.

Inspects condition of supplies and equipment received into CSR and takes steps to correct any deficiencies.

Helps maintain proper par levels on the nursing units, on carts and trays, delivers clean equipment, supplies, exchange carts and trays as needed.

STOCKS SHELVES AND DRAWERS IN CENTRAL SUPPLY

Rotates stock in accordance with established procedure and best practices of the Central Services profession.

Ensures shelves are filled each day to provide customers with appropriate inventory levels.

RECEIVES STOCK ITEMS INTO INVENTORY IN CENTRAL SUPPLY

Double checks products delivered from Receiving to Central with what Receiving shows as received.

Reports any discrepancies to Receiving staff immediately for resolution and Purchasing if need be.

Receives stock items into inventory in the MMIS system.

ASSISTS IN MONITORING SUPPLY CHAIN COST

Enters accurate data into the Materials Management Information System.

Corrects any deficiencies in data entry that may arise by crediting, issuing and adjusting stock as needed.

Communicates any pertinent information to the Lead Central Services Technician, as appropriate.

ASSISTS CUSTOMERS

Inspects condition of supplies and equipment received into CSR and takes steps to correct any deficiencies.

Delivers unit supplies and clean medical equipment to the nursing units per predetermined schedules and removes soiled equipment, instruments and accessories on a similar schedule.

Helps maintain proper par levels on the nursing units, on carts and trays, delivers equipment, supplies, exchange carts and trays as needed.

ASSISTS WITH CLEANING AND MAINTAINING OF MEDICAL EQUIPMENT

Follows manufacturer’s and / or Distributor’s instructions for cleaning devices and equipment.

Cleans soiled medical equipment in accordance with internal policy, best practices of the profession and the requirements of the Pennsylvania Department of Health, the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities, the Joint Commission or any other interested regulatory agencies.

Records the use, cleaning and disposition of medical equipment and conveys appropriate messages to the Biomedical Engineering service.

Responds to requests and replenishes clinical areas with clean medical equipment as appropriate.

Assists with organizing and maintaining the clean medical equipment in storage.

PROVIDES CLEAN CONDITION FOR SUPPLY STORAGE

Wipes down carts on a scheduled basis as designated by the Lead Central Services Technician.

Keeps bulk stores organized and clear of obstructions to meet the requirements of all appropriate policies and regulatory agencies.

Breaks down boxes for removal by housekeeping.

Coordinates the washing of all cart covers, totes and bins on a scheduled basis and whenever the aforementioned may become soiled.

ASSISTS IN OTHER AREAS OF DEPARTMENT

Assumes the responsibilities of absent associates when necessary.

Provides coverage for Mailroom and Receiving functions as needed.

MAINTAINS OPERATIONS

Follows internal policies and procedures and the best practices of the profession

Reports suggestions for changes in workflow, policy or procedure to the Supply Coordinator or Lead Central Service Technician for consideration.

CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT

By recognizing the relationship of the supply role to the essential well being of the patients and taking all necessary steps to ensure that the caregivers have the appropriate supplies available to provide for the patient’s needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

High School Diploma required

Work Experience

1-2 years in a similar setting preferred

Licenses / Certifications

N / A

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