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PRIMARY PURPOSE
Delivers, stocks, inventories, sells and processes orders for supplies distributed to Parkland units, the pharmacy, sterile processing, patients and others to provide Materiel Services' customers with prompt, efficient, quality service.
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Delivers and stocks supplies in Parkland units, sterile processing, the pharmacy and the CDC warehouse to provide Parkland staff with the products needed to provide quality services for patients. Processes supply orders for units by pulling supplies to match the specified PAR level, and placing them on carts for distribution to ensure that correct supply levels are maintained in Parkland units and other areas. Services outpatients by filling individual orders for supplies to ensure that Parkland patients are provided with prompt and efficient service. Completes quality assurance checks after supplies are pulled for delivery to ensure that the correct supplies are delivered on a timely basis. Performs physical inventory counts to verify the quantity of supplies in Parkland units, warehouses and other areas as assigned. Tags supplies to provide each item with an expense tracking label. Rotates dated supplies to keep expired products out in front. Monitors and communicates the status of priority items to management to ensure that incomplete orders are filled at the earliest possible date. Delivers and picks-up count sheets that hold bar codes reflecting patient charges to help ensure that accurate billing information is on file. Responsible for maintaining a sanitary and orderly environment in the warehouse and inventory areas to ensure adherence to departmental and Parkland standards. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in materiel services by attending seminars or workshops and building product knowledge, and integrates this knowledge as appropriate into the job. Enters, updates and deletes PAR level information in the computer and runs reports to ensure that working PAR levels are current. Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals and mission of the Parkland. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the Distribution area. Develops effective internal controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws, and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland. Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.
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