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Operating Room Clinical Inventory Assistant 3 (48X)

University of California- Davis Health
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vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Sacramento
Apr 10, 2025
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72342
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Sacramento
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Job Summary

#CA-CC #LI-CC1 #48XAdminsupport

The purpose of this position is to provide customer service and support to Hospital operating room operations. Incumbent works directly with OR surgeons and nursing supervisors to ensure critical OR supplies are readily available, and PAR levels are set adequately. Incumbent is also responsible for adding and removing OR supplies to and from our perpetual inventory to supplement fast moving items from depleting and becoming outdated, and notifies OR staff of any supply changes, IE, back orders, overstock, substitute and discontinued products and recommending permanent replacement products in conjunction with the Purchasing Department. Incumbent must independently ensure that tasks are timely prioritized and that all shift - assigned tasks are completed. Special assignments are to be completed if/when regular-scheduled tasks are completed, therefore incumbent must be self-motivated and in sync with co-workers on project status. Primarily assigned to work the hospital operating departments, the incumbent singularly represents the entire department. Therefore, the individual must serve as a technical expert and perform tasks and possess overall skills and knowledge regarding operating room medical supplies, patient equipment; patient care organizational information and the resources to draw upon; overall Distribution department general functions.

Apply By April 23, 2025 at 11:59 PM; interviews may occur at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Extensive experience with OR supplies, instrumentation, and equipment and know their applications and suitable substitutions.
  • Experience in maintaining multiple filing systems, records, and logistical information is required in this position. Knowledge of computerized and hard-copy information systems is essential.
  • Experience, general understanding and recognition of medical equipment hospital/clinical setting are required.
  • Experience in maintaining multiple filing systems, records, and logistical information is required in this position.
  • Proficiency in and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • Extensive knowledge of cost-effective material management practices in an OR environment, relative to product storage, distribution methods, product security, receiving goods, selling goods, crediting returns, product integrity for patient use and product substitutions as it relates to OR items and goods.
  • Knowledge of cost-effective materiel management functions of warehousing, purchasing, distribution methods, supply techniques, processing functions and product liability is required of this position.
  • Knowledge and use of basic mathematical calculations, addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Skills for accurate calculations of inventory replenishment, weight, units of measure, and package counts are essential.
  • Ability to read and write English well enough to comprehend and convey instructions on invoices, shipping documents, control logs, inventory sheets, and other correspondence is a necessity to this position.
  • Possess interpersonal skills to relate complicated systems and ideas to diverse audience. This includes maintaining professional demeanor to work accurately and quickly under pressure while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures applicable to the receiving and processing of hospital supply-related materials are extremely important to this position.
  • Knowledge of functions related to hospital supply activities is required. This includes distribution logistics, proper documentation, weights and units of measure, and policies and procedures related to product dispersal.
  • Must be able to clearly understand, speak, read and write English to comprehend and convey instructions on invoices, shipping documents, control logs, inventory sheets, communications systems and general correspondence.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to relay instructions and ideas to a diverse audience. Incumbent must be capable of maintaining professional demeanor while working accurately and quickly; handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Knowledge and understanding of policies and procedures applicable to the receiving and processing of hospital supply-related materials are extremely important to this position.
  • Extensive knowledge of functions related to hospital supply activities is required. This includes distribution logistics, proper documentation, weights and units of measure, and policies and procedures related to product dispersal.
  • Incumbent must be capable of making logical and sound decisions and knowing when limits of personal authority and resourcefulness have been reached. Must recognize when to act independently or when to seek proper authority or involve other resources to solve a situation.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of University policies, procedures and standards which apply to hospital supply operations.
  • Background in computerized as well as hard-copy information systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • 60% - Operating Room Inventory Control & Replenishment
  • 25% - Distribution of Materials
  • 5% - Inventory Systems
  • 5% - Cost Containment
  • 5% - Other Duties

Department Overview

Among primary functions, the Distribution Department is responsible for the maintenance of back-up patient care and operating room inventory supplies; tracking; delivery of equipment, gases and medical supplies; par stocking programs and audit-ready record keeping.

Position Information

  • Salary or Pay Range: $29.27 - $36.39
  • Salary Frequency: Hourly
  • Salary Grade: 279
  • UC Job Title: HOSP BLANK AST 3
  • Number of Positions: 5
  • Appointment Type: Staff: Career
  • Percentage of Time: 100
  • Shift Hours: 2 available shifts: 1700-0530, 2130-0600
  • Location: 48X (4868XST)
  • Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
  • Benefits Eligible: Yes
  • Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
  • This position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

  • Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

  • Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
  • Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

  • Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
  • Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Special Requirements

  • This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
  • This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
  • This offer is contingent upon your successful completion of an Employment Misconduct Disclosure review where you will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that you committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

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