Hospital Shipping & Receiving Associate

Overview

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 350+ facilities across the US and 22,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers—and their patients—are at the heart of what we do. Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.

Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day
• 401(k), eligibility after one year of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement

The anticipated pay range for this position is $20.15 hourly. The actual compensation offered may vary based on job related factors such as experience, skills, education and location.

POSITION

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, engages in receiving, shipping, unpacking, picking, staging,storage, verification, and monitoring of stock and non-stock items for hospital member institutions. Maintains a high standard of accuracy and interacts frequently with the hospital data control system.

• Examines incoming shipments to verify receipt of the correct types and quantity of materials and supplies.
• Unpacks and inspects items for damage/shortage.
• Interacts with data control system to identify classification of items (stock/non-stock).
• Accurately processes items according to standard operating procedures.
• Stores items at designated locations accurately.
• Performs par level counts as assigned and inputs levels to produce pick letters.
• Interacts with customers to review par levels, as well as receiving and delivery information.
• Maintains records of material and supplies and related materials management activities, as required.
• Picks and stages items for shipment to vendors.
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information, as needed.

SUPPLEMENTALJOBFUNCTIONS:

• May be responsible for applying asset tag numbers to new equipment, furniture etc. and records this data appropriately.
• May be responsible for inventorying and issuing patient charges for Specialty Cart supplies.
• Performs additional duties as directed.

EDUCATION&EXPERIENCE

REQUIRED:

H.S. diploma, required.

Minimum, one (1) year of healthcare supply distribution experience, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS&ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the principles of receiving, storing, picking, staging, and shipping materials.
• Basic knowledge of arithmetic, English, and grammar.
• Accuracy in checking, posting and counting.
• Simple use of automated office equipment. Adaptable to clerical routines.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff to resolve problems relating to warehouse/distribution functions.
• Knowledge of the methods and procedures of taking inventory.
• Ability to update and maintain inventory records on data control system.

If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.