Inventory Controller

Job Description

Step into a role where your precision and problem-solving directly support lifesaving care. As an OR Inventory Controller in our Level I Trauma Center, you'll keep our surgical teams mission-ready by managing PAR levels, staying ahead of backorders, introducing new products, and keeping every supply area organized and fully stocked. You'll partner closely with Specialty Leaders and OR teams to make sure the right tools are always on hand, especially when every second counts.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love staying organized, and want your work to make a real impact, this is where your skills shine.

Location: Bethesda North Hospital

Schedule:

• Full-time position - 80 hours bi-weekly
• Day shift
• No weekends, holidays, or on-call commitment

Incentives & Benefits:

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED degree (Required)
• 3 - 4 years experience in a related field (Required)
• Ability to read, write, and speak English, and to perform intermediate mathematical operations

Job Overview:

Under general direction, this position performs supply and inventory control functions primarily to include monitoring usage of all supplies, PAR level establishment and maintenance, calculation order quantities, submitting orders, processing credits and adjustments, receiving storing, dispensing materials, and maintaining order in, and ensuring cleanliness of all storage locations. This position coordinates daily supply activities with management, Specialty Leaders and operating room.

Job Responsibilities:

• Adjusts par levels minimum/maxes of assigned area to maintain appropriate inventory levels; deletes obsolete product when appropriate. Keeps handheld units up-to-date.
• Assists with product conversions and introduction of new products into the system. Works with outdated product and vendors to return obsolete items for credit to the supplier.
• Helps to maintain control of supply budget of assigned nursing areas and storeroom by maintaining appropriate inventory levels to meet department needs yet keeping those levels at a Minimum.
• Identifies possible inventory problems and works toward resolving them, i.e., backorder issues, finding substitute products and inconsistencies in the system, etc.
• Inventory management as follows:
  Proper and complete ordering and storage of supplies. Check items for outdates. Inventory of supplies for reordering. Proper rotation of stock. Keeps assigned area clean and orderly, with shelves properly labeled.

Working Conditions:

Climbing - Rarely
Hearing:
Conversation - Consistently
Hearing:
Other Sounds - Frequently
Kneeling - Occasionally
Lifting