Inventory Specialist

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Inventory Specialist','220511','Distribution','Washington-Seattle','Days','40 hours per week','40 hours per week','7:00am - 3:30pm','7:00am - 3:30pm','TBD','TBD','','','!*!Located in Seattle, WA, Virginia Mason is an internationally recognized leader in the continuous improvement of health care. With an extensive list of awards and distinctions that includes our recognition as a Leapfrog Top Hospital of the Decade; Virginia Mason offers you the opportunity to partner with exceptionally talented peers at every level. 

You will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers you the chance to focus on what really matters… your patients.

 

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Education/Work Experience Requirements

A minimum of three (3) years of clerical work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities.

Two years of related work experience in a Material Management function (e.g. inventory, distribution, etc.) is strongly preferred.

 

Job Knowledge/Abilities:

Knowledge of the purpose functionality and operation of automated inventory management systems.

Knowledge of the sources for, and use of, a wide variety of healthcare-related supplies/materials.

Knowledge of the standards, practices, resources and tools applicable to inventory management, cost containment and purchasing/procurement.

Knowledge of general office principles, practices, systems and equipment.

Knowledge of, or ability to learn, CHI-FH procedures for the acquisition, inventory and distribution of supplies/materials.

Knowledge of, or ability to learn, material management practices and procedures as they relate to the work of the position.

Ability to process and present data clearly.

Ability to read, understand and apply policies, procedures, contract provisions and product literature relating to matters within defined scope of responsibility.

Ability to keep abreast of, and comply with, internal standards and regulatory requirements regarding product recalls, product failures and returns of outdated materials.

Ability to read, understand and communicate in English sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, summarizing analysis in reports with minimal supervision.

Ability to use office equipment and automated systems/applications/software at an acceptable level. Basic knowledge of MS Word, Excel and Outlook. Basic knowledge of supply chain applications.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as required by the duties of the position.

 

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the nation, you will find that an opportunity with Team Medicine is one worth taking.  

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Company info

Virginia Mason Medical Center
Website : http://www.virginiamason.org