Inventory Controller

Job Description

Inventory Controller – Good Samaritan Hospital

As an Inventory Controller at Good Samaritan Hospital, you play a critical role in ensuring that patients and clinical teams have the supplies they need—exactly when they need them. You are part of a mission‑driven organization committed to compassionate care and operational excellence. In this role, you will experience meaningful work, professional growth, and the support of a collaborative healthcare community.

Location: Good Samaritan Hospital 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Schedule: Full time, evening shift

Incentives & Benefits

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

• PRN positions not eligible for TriHealth benefits
  
  

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Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED degree (Required)
• 3 - 4 years experience in a related field (Required)
• Ability to read, write, and speak English, and to perform intermediate mathematical operations
  
  

Job Overview

Under general direction, this position performs supply and inventory control functions primarily to include monitoring usage of all supplies, PAR level establishment and maintenance, calculation order quantities, submitting orders, processing credits and adjustments, receiving storing, dispensing materials, and maintaining order in, and ensuring cleanliness of all storage locations. This position coordinates daily supply activities with management, Specialty Leaders and operating room.

Job Responsibilities

• Adjusts par level minimums/maximums for assigned areas to maintain proper inventory levels; removes obsolete products and keeps handheld units updated.
• Assists with product conversions and onboarding of new products into the system.
• Coordinates with vendors to return outdated or obsolete items for credit.
• Helps manage supply budgets by keeping inventory levels appropriate for department needs while minimizing excess.
• Identifies and resolves inventory issues such as backorders, substitute product needs, and system inconsistencies.
• Performs inventory management tasks including accurate ordering, proper storage, checking for outdates, rotating stock, and ensuring supplies are reordered as needed.
• Maintains a clean, orderly, and well-labeled supply area.
  
  

Working Conditions

Climbing - Rarely

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently

Lifting 50 Lbs. - Rarely

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally

Pulling - Rarely

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Rarely

Sitting - Frequently

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Frequently

Talking - Consistently

Thinking/Reasoning -

Use of Hands - Consistently

Color Vision - Occasionally

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
  
  

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service
  
  

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
  
  

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
  
  

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community