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McCrite Plaza

KC - Central Supply Associate - (Full Time) 8am-4:30pm

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A Purchasing Assistant assists buyers and staff in the purchasing or procurement department of a business or store. Assists with checking and completing purchase orders, communicates with vendors and suppliers, maintains records and provides data entry.

$43,376 / year median in Missouri

-8% projected decline

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Job Description

KC
  • Central Supply Associate
  • (Full Time) 8am-4:30pm McCrite Plaza
  • 3.
7 Kansas City, MO Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Health Care Logistics Practicing in a sourcing or procurement role Computer operation Communication with suppliers Staff supervision Received goods storage Maintaining an organized workspace Shipping and receiving discrepancy reporting Safety protocol adherence Medical software Materials management in healthcare Computer literacy Safety regulations Copy machines Staff scheduling Employee relationship building English Purchase order management Ordering medications Data summary reports Recruitment and selection Order fulfillment receiving Scheduling pickups and deliveries Fax machines Healthcare privacy protection Hazard identification and correction Cleaning Infection control regulations Interviewing Stock receiving Full Job Description Reports to : Administrator.
Position Status :
Full-time.
Hours of Operation :
The hours will be set by the Administrator.
Job Summary :
Central Supply' primary function is to receive, store, and issue materials, equipment, and other items for the facility. In addition, this position keeps records and compiles reports regarding stock as well as draw up purchase orders for procurement of materials, equipment, and other items. Essential Functions /
Duties :
Maintain accurate supply orders; keep accurate, organized records of the type and amount of supplies received; receive incoming supplies and verify with original purchase order. Determine if inventory quantities are sufficient for needs of the facility, order more materials as needed; collect data on the amount of supplies needed from each nursing unit.
  • Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best materials and/or equipment to purchase for the facility.
  • Receive, review, and get requisitions approved before placing orders.
Identify type and amount of each item to be stocked. Maintain supplies in a neat, clean, and organized manner; follow instructions for proper storage of supplies. Send invoices to business office for payment. Provide the business office with accurate charges for supplies used by individual residents; must understand and follow facility resident charging system. Handle the Clock Tracker billing. Provide accurate reports to administration of the type and amount of supplies received. Contact suppliers to schedule or expedite deliveries and to resolve shortages, missed or late deliveries, and other problems; report any problems with obtaining supplies promptly as well as any problems with ordering supplies. Comply with federal, state, and company policies, procedures, and regulations. Operate computers programmed with software needed to record, store, and analyze resident information; operate copy/fax/printer machines to send documents and produce documents. Order and stock medications as directed; pass briefs daily. Create the schedule for the nursing department (includes all staff
  • CNAs, CMAs, Licensed Nurses, and on-call).
Perform other related duties as directed by the Administrator. Leadership Participate in staff interviews and selection of candidates for those positions that report to the Central Supply position, as needed or directed. Supervise those positions that report to the Central Supply position; provide direction regarding expectations, goals, and outcomes desired for these positions as they support the community, residents, and other staff. Performs other related duties as assigned. ➢ Please refer to the Physical and Other Requirements section for abilities that are essential as they relate to the ability to do duties listed above.
Education and Experiences :
Prior experience in a similar working environment is preferred, but not a requirement of the position. This position requires a certificate as a Medical Assistant in the State of Kansas and to be listed as a Nurse Aide and Medical Assistant in the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Registry.
Abilities:
The successful candidate will have a poised, professional demeanor, and a positive attitude. They will be resourceful and have the ability to take the initiative in a changing workplace and adapt to varying requirements and needs.
Specific abilities include:
Ability to understand, observe, and enforce infection control procedures related to facility services. Ability to observe all facility safety policies and procedures. Ability to understand and recognize potential physical, chemical, and electrical hazards and take immediate corrective action as appropriate. Ability to understand and enforce the Exposure Control Plan as this position risks occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens and other infectious material as an essential function of the job. Ability to safeguard the privacy of Residents' health information. Ability to speak and read English, and follow oral and written directions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, residents, and staff.
  • Ability to use computers; the ability to use the designated facility computer system (or systems) at a proficient level.
Ability to perform other related duties as directed by administration. Must attend staff meetings, in-service classes, and committee meetings as assigned or required.
Physical and Other Requirements :
This position works in residents' rooms and is subject to lifting, using, and transporting cleaning equipment and supplies. This position interacts with residents, family members, staff, etc., under all conditions and circumstances and must be constantly alert for resident safety. This position is also subject to exposure to infectious diseases, conditions, etc., including the Hepatitis B viruses. This position requires the following abilities as essential to for the position: Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, stretch, crawl, crouch, kneel, balance, finger, grasp, push, pull, reach, or walk. Ability to lift objects from a lower to higher position or moving objects along a horizontal level but from position to position. This includes lifting and carrying weights in the 35 to 50 pound range. Ability to exert force upon an object in order to draw, drag or tug objects toward the source of the force in a sustained motion.