Job Details

Job Title

Job Identification 12768

Job Category Facilities

Locations Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

Job Shift Day

Work Shift 8 Hours

FTE (.01 - 1.0) 1

Job Type Full-Time

Work Location On-site

Salary Range $21.00 - $30.10 Hourly*

* Pay for non-physician positions is determined based on related years of experience and internal equity. Eligible employees may also receive additional forms of compensation, including shift differentials, on-call pay, incentive pay, and bonus opportunities, where applicable. Manager and above positions may participate in Cottage Health's annual management incentive program. Physician compensation is determined based upon specialty and may include bonus potential. For more information on our comprehensive Total Rewards offerings, please visit cottagehealth.org/careers/total-rewards.

Job Description

Following the standards of practice, provides transport for supplies, equipment, documents, and other miscellaneous materials pursuant to the goals of CHS. To support inventory supply process of Consolidated Service Center, including receiving, checking, stocking, and completing requisitions.

Responsibilities

This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees will be required to perform any job, with related instruction given by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

• Perform basic medical supply logistics, such as 1) Receive, unload, and inspect shipments for damage and conformity to item/PO/packing list match; 2) Sign for deliveries; 3) Review shipments for accuracy using MMIS; 4) Contact buyers regarding shortages, damaged goods, or other issues. (20%)
• Shelve and store items in the appropriate section of storeroom or assigned area; unload and prepare items for delivery; pack, sort, and ship items according to established procedures; use on-line computer program to prepare related forms, labels, and information as required. Obtain and fill orders for supplies from all hospitals and all departments, deliver supplies as appropriate, answer questions on ordering procedures, assist customers with computer entry process. (30%)
• Maintain storeroom and other assigned areas in a clean, orderly and safe condition. (5%)
• Prepare and maintain various logs, records, and reports related to shipments, vendors, inventory, and assigned activities. Enter receiving and requisition data into the MMIS and maintain related records as required. (15%)
• Drive the department vehicle to outlying campuses to deliver supplies as required; load truck with appropriate items; assure deliveries arrive in a timely manner; inspect delivery vehicle regularly to assure proper operating condition. Perform preventative maintenance checkups on courier vehicles including, but not limited to, fluid levels, tire pressure and tread wear, signal lights, brakes and wiper blades, in order to ensure maximum vehicle performance. (15%)
• Receive information from dispatcher by either phone or pager regarding pickup or delivery. Complete all dispatched duties properly and in a timely manner, keeping track of each pickup or delivery on the daily log sheet. Exhibits safe and defensive driving skills at all times. (5%)
• Meet with appropriate vendors to resolve concerns and disputes associated with quantity, quality, and delivery discrepancies. Conduct periodic physical inventory of all stocked supplies; assist in maintaining proper levels of stock items as assigned. Use computer to obtain information necessary to CSC operations. (5%)
• Carries out any special assignments delegated by the Inventory Control Supervisor (5%)

Qualifications

All job qualifications listed indicate the minimum level necessary to perform this job proficiently.

LEVEL OF EDUCATIONPreferred:

• High school grad or equivalent

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMinimum:

• Valid California driver license. Driving record may not contain any DUI or reckless driving citations for the past 7 years.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTSMinimum:

• Knowledge of Materials Management Information systems and computerized inventory control systems.

Preferred:

• Knowledge of excel and MS word computer programs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIESAll knowledge, skills, and abilities listed indicate the minimum level deemed necessary to perform this job proficiently.

• Strong memory/retention skills and ability to recall information as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills that reflect a positive attitude and a sense of commitment to our patients, fellow employees, and community.
• The employee communicates effectively. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to follow instructions provided by Courier dispatcher. Ability to communicate effectively on the telephone.
• Ability to operate a variety of warehouse equipment such as forklift, electric pallet truck, pallet jacks, pallet jacks, dollies, handcarts, various hand tools, and the delivery truck. Knowledge of hospital supplies and materials. Knowledge of modern warehouse practices and procedures. Knowledge of basic medical terminology. Prefer knowledge of Santa Barbara County streets and highways.

About Us

Cottage Health is a leading acute care hospital system, located on the central coast of California, widely known for our superior patient care, innovation, medical research and education. Our health system operates primarily in Santa Barbara, Ca, since 1888, and consists of three acute care hospitals, a Rehabilitation Hospital, multiple clinics and a multi-site Urgent Care system. Our mission is to serve the central coast communities with excellence, integrity, and compassion. Every day we touch thousands of lives in many different ways, resolute in our mission to put patients first. We take pride in helping our patients get back to living their lives - in the places they love. Cottage Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cottage Health applicants are considered solely based on their qualifications, without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, gender, transgender, gender expression and identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military status or any other classification protected by law. This policy applies to all aspects of the relationship between Cottage Health and an applicant or employee. Cottage Health is committed to upholding discrimination-free hiring practices. We strive to cultivate an environment where exceptional people bring diverse perspectives and find belonging, support and connection to their work. Any Cottage Health applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations during the application process may request the need for accommodation with the Recruiter. If you're already a Cottage Health employee, please apply on this link only.