Receiving Specialist Senior

Virginia Commonwealth University Health Systems
United States, Virginia, Richmond
Nov 18, 2024
The Receiving Specialist Senior assists the Supervisor with daily operations in the service and distribution section by ensuring service goals are met in a timely manner. The Receiving Specialist Senior complies with hospital and departmental policy and procedure and accreditation and OSHA standards; general infection control; and inventory control requirements. The Receiving Specialist Senior identifies service and performance issues and takes action to ensure problems are corrected. Essential Job Statements Utilize MMIS system to receive packages Appropriately receives packages and safely and securely prepares for transport. General maintenance, including cleaning, organizing, and securing inventory. Load and wrap items utilizing pallet jackets. Delivers items to end users (internal customers). Verifies accuracy of deliveries and notates any damage or discrepancy in packages/supplies and reports to appropriate individual. May correspond with vendors including but not limited to payment resolution; directing phone calls from vendors and internal customers to the correct area for resolution regarding open receipts; and ensuring and facilitating the flow of accurate information. Loading and unloading deliveries as well as preparing returns. Processes all special attention package into the automated system by verifying items and packing slips. Assist in leading, directing and guiding the staff in the direction consistent with the mission of this hospital as needed. Ensure responsibility and visible commitment of diversity equity and inclusion programs/initiatives through collaboration and implementation of initiatives across the health. Patient Population Not applicable to this position. Employment Qualifications Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Preferred Education:n/a Licensure/Certification Required:n/a Licensure/Certification Preferred:n/a Minimum Qualifications Years and Type of Required Experience Two (2) years of previous medical packing, shipping, receiving and/or warehousing work experience. Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Previous experience using a personal computer and different software applications required. Ability to read, write and give effective communication to customers. Cultural Responsiveness Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias. Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: Previous lead warehouse worker preferred. Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur. May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc. May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May have periods of constant interruptions. Prolonged periods of working alone. Physical Requirements Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (100+ lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.), Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Crawling, Climbing, Balance, Bending Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Perform shift work, Reach above shoulder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Finger Dexterity Hazards: Mental/Sensory -Emotional Mental / Sensory: Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading Emotional: Steady Pace, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change Workday Day (United States of America) EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.