Supply Technician, Junior
Work Location: Santa Maria Community Based Outpatient Clinic 1550 East Main St, Santa Maria,CA 93454
Job Overview
The Supply Technician Junior provides logistical and inventory support for medical and non-medical supplies, ensuring consistent availability of materials critical to patient care. This role is essential for maintaining accurate stock levels, timely delivery, and compliance with VA policies and procedures.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Pull stock inventory and materials for delivery; replenish stock inventory as needed.
- Interact with clinical and administrative customers, providing information regarding medical supplies.
- Maintain records on stock levels and monitor expiration dates; rotate stock to limit outdates and remove expired items from use.
- Monitor and control critical supplies to ensure availability.
- Perform daily inventory using bar coding equipment according to a predetermined schedule for timely replenishment.
- Resolve discrepancies between inventory records and physical stock counts.
- Distribute items according to established or ad hoc requirements using computerized inventory management systems.
- Deliver supplies in a timely manner, ensuring all items are sterile and operational.
- Complete specialty cart preparation and clean assigned secondary areas in accordance with aseptic principles.
- Receive supplies and materials into the medical center’s catchment area.
- Communicate concerns related to supplies, equipment, and procedures to the Lead or Supervisor.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to push, pull, and move carts and supplies weighing up to 50 lbs or more.
Work Environment
• Work is performed across diverse settings: hospital wards, operating rooms, storage areas, and warehouses
• Conditions may vary from clean clinical environments to hot, cold, drafty, or dimly lit spaces
• Physical risks include exposure to dust, pollutants, infectious material, and potential for scrapes or falls
• PPE must be worn in accordance with facility guidelines
• Movement between sterile and non-sterile zones requires careful attention to hygiene standards
Education and/or Experience
- High school diploma or equivalent required; additional coursework in logistics or supply chain preferred.
- Four years - experience in inventory management, supply chain, or healthcare logistics is desirable.
- Ability to use computerized inventory management systems and bar-coding equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively with staff and customers.
- Commitment to maintaining sterile and safe work environments.
Pay: $25/hr
Benefits: Vacation, Sick Leave, Government Holidays, Medical/Dental/Vision plan, Life and AD&D insurance, 401K Plan
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law.
This organization participates in E-Verify.
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