Job Description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

General Summary

• The Central Supply Technician is responsible for the individual line item distribution of and appropriate charging for medical supplies to include Durable Medical Equipment (DME) to all nursing units and ancillary clinical departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory records for Central Service and all floor stocks.
• Takes physical inventory counts in Central Service, in accordance with department policy, to verify inventory records and to correct discrepancies.
• Unpacks and stocks Central Service department shelves daily as supplies are received.
• Takes physical inventory counts on all floor stocks, in accordance with department policy, to maintain adequate supplies available for clinical use.
• Enters patient charges daily completing the process in the allotted timeframe.
• Delivers, returns, clean and maintains all DME daily as requests occur.
• Rotates crash cart stock to avoid outdates, restock items used as necessary and charge for used supplies.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Work Experience

• Applicable experience preferred but not required.

Certification/License

• none

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Work can be moderately stressful, requiring periods of concentrated effort. Requires the visual acuity sufficient to read and prepare delivery tickets, labels and maintain inventory records. Requires the physical ability to stoop, bend, and transport self, carts, and medical equipment through hospital at least 50% of the shift. Must be able to lift 35lbs.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily in well-lighted, temperature controlled environment. Noise levels are usually light.

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.