Staten Island Care Center is consistently striving to deliver the greatest level of care for our residents. Quick thinkers, organized, reliable, and caring-these are the kinds of qualities we look for in our ideal candidates. 

We are in search of a hardworking individual to fill our Purchasing Assistant position from 8 am- 4pm daily.

Salary: $17-$19 per hour

Responsibilities:

Central Supply

•  Ensure all orders are confirmed with a written purchase order.
• Ensure all purchase orders are properly prepared, signed, and submitted as required in procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist in preparing correspondence and claims concerning damaged merchandise, errors in shipment, etc., and return to vendor, as required.
• Assist in developing methods for determining quantity of supplies and equipment.
• Make written and oral reports and recommendations to the purchasing agent concerning procurement procedures, as directed.
• Prepare product comparison for quality and costs.
• Ensure various departments are properly charged with supplies they have received for cost allocation purposes.
• Fill requisitions from departments for routine supplies and equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures. Follow up with vendors if supplies not delivered as promised.
• Deliver emergency supplies and equipment, as directed. 
• Ensure that supplies and equipment are properly maintained.
• Organize storage and delivery of supplies and equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Check invoices, purchase orders, packing slips, etc., with incoming merchandise.
• Ensure inventory is updated as required, when receiving and issuing supplies and equipment.
• Ensure storage instructions are followed.
• Organize storage and catalog location of supplies and equipment for efficient handling and to prevent deterioration.
• Notify appropriate department when special orders have arrived.
• Fill requisitions, as approved, and file in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitor utilization of supplies to ensure under and/or over use is not occurring which would indicate gaps in the provision of resident care or waste of supplies.
• Submit charges to the Home Office in a timely manner.
• Ensure that vendors provide appropriate material safety data sheets (MSDSs) in accordance with current OSHA regulations and the facility’s policies and procedures. Report problem areas to the purchasing agent.
• Answer inquiries from staff regarding products and supplies.
• Follow up on back orders
• Research new product pricing and send information to Director of Purchasing for approval.
• Works in all areas of the Facility.
• Is involved with physicians, residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies or personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
• Communicates with nursing personnel, and other department directors.
• May be required to work in cramped spaces.

Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
•  Working knowledge of medical terminology and experience in ordering and maintaining supply levels. 
• Covid-19 Vaccination

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Medical/Dental
• Supplemental life, hospital, disability plans
• Team Like Atmosphere
• Company Perks
• Employee Recognition Programs

If working with people who are caring, compassionate and, who treat their residents' needs as their own is important to you, then you’ll want to be a part of our team!