Assistant Inventory Agent (FT- 1.0 FTE, Day Shift)

Bozeman Health • Bozeman, MT

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About The Position

Position Summary: The Assistant Inventory Agent maintains adequate stock of medical, surgical services supplies and related items by inventory computer system and visual inspections. Maintains Materials Management dictionary and bar code system. Must be able to fill in for the Inventory Agent as needed. Meets with hospital personal on purchasing procedures and guidelines to supply purchasing practices. Performs Supply Clerk duties as required. Working at Bozeman Health is more than just a job--it's a commitment to caring for the communities of Southwest Montana by being their partner in health and wellness, compassionately delivering the best care for each person, every time. In every role, our employees are inspired by their ability to care for our community and our Culture of Excellence guides each employee to be a high performer, engage in transparent and timely communication, demonstrate dynamic learning and teaching, excel through change, express gratitude and experience joy.

Requirements

• Required High School Diploma
• Previous experience in material management/inventory control
• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times.
• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work varied shifts.
• Computer applications, MS Office, EMR, internet applications and standard office equipment.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Detail oriented, organizational skills and the ability to prioritize.
• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of college courses
• Two years of purchasing experience in healthcare environment with emphasis on inventory control and medical terminology

Responsibilities

• Generates orders based on the physical inventory counts and ensures availability of products.
• Assists in the control strategies to enhance distribution, minimize supply utilization, reduce inventory, and obsolescence.
• Receives supplies and equipment in the system and prepares receiving documents for approval through accounts payable.
• Accurately picks case carts for operating room surgeries based on physician preference cards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED