Central Supply Job Description

The Williamsport Home is seeking an experienced Central Supply Clerk. 

Day shift, Mon-Fri, one weekend per quarter

Position Summary: Responsible for ordering nursing and ancillary supplies and/or equipment.

Responsibility:

1. Orders nursing and ancillary supplies and/or equipment so as to maintain a proper inventory, adequate to meet the needs of each resident on a continuum.
2. Maintains department budgets within established parameters.
3. Processes charge slips according to facility policy and procedures.
4. Inventories stock areas so as to monitor usage and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies/equipment.
5. Develops and maintains various records/reports of central supply activities and reports the same to the Fiscal Officer/DON/Administrator as necessary.
6. Solicits cost-effective purchasing plans and keeps department directors and Administrator advised of the same.
7. Generates purchase orders through the computer based system.
8. Manages resident weight program—advises dietician of significant weight changes.
9. Backs up staffing scheduler in her absence.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Assumes all other duties as assigned
2. Maintains a professional, customer-oriented demeanor at all times
3. Works within a team concept and is thus cooperative with co-workers and peers
4. Maintains confidentiality of information

Physical Demands:

Frequent standing, walking, carrying objects,(up to 50 lbs.) overhead, lateral and low reaching, lifting, pushing/pulling, bending and hand/arm/finger usage.

Frequent stepping downward and squatting. Push/pull 95-300 pounds wheel weight. Infrequent sitting.

Environmental Conditions:

1. Works mainly in facility’s supply department located in the basement
2. Hard floor surfaces;
3. Is subject to interruptions;
4. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel and visitors;
5. Works beyond normal working hours when necessary;
6. Attends and participates in continuing educational programs and meetings;

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Education, Experience and Skills Required:

1. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English;
2. Strong verbal and interpersonal skills
3. Ability to recognize and report changes
4. Computer knowledge required – ability to use Excel, Word and Access
5. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions as given.