PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Under supervision responsible for monitoring and
maintaining inventory to ensure appropriate and adequate supplies for assigned
facilities within the centralized program. Assists in ensuring that OSHA and
other regulatory requirements are met. Responsible for cost containment with
regard to inventory control and maintenance of supplies. Supports the FMCNA
mission, vision, values, and customer service philosophy. DUTIES / ACTIVITIES
: CUSTOMER SERVICE: Promote and facilitate the advancement of FMS culture and
core values through customer service standards. Ensure availability for
patient's questions and concerns. Assist in monitoring and maintaining
inventory levels to assure adequate supplies for safe and effective treatment
of patients. Transport equipment and supplies as needed. INVENTORY AND
SUPPLIES: Coordinate the ordering and receiving of disposable supplies for the
assigned facilities in the centralized program. Conduct inventory and cost per
treatment counts for core items weekly or as specified. Complete inventory
reorder counts as specified by manager. Collect and organize supplies
restocking relevant areas as needed. Assist in creating SAP purchase orders
for supplies. Assist in conducting monthly and quarterly inventory of supplies
with cost reporting through Pl-17. Assist with updating the chemical inventory
list. QUALITY AND TECHNICAL : Actively support the CQI process. Adopt quality
accountability. Participate in quality training and education for all
technical staff. Participate in the completion and documentation of ongoing
technical CQI activities as appropriate. Update and provide management with
feedback regarding any improvement strategies that may be implemented.
Cooperate with Facility staff and Regulatory Compliance & Inventory Supervisor
to ensure all regulatory and OSHA requirements are met. MAINTENANCE: Collect
water samples for AAMI analysis according to company, state, and federal
regulations and document as appropriate. Assist in the review and updating of
the alternative water supply plan. Coordinate with the appropriate vendors to
ensure all dialysate and electrical leakage meters are calibrated as required.
Assist in ensuring that all inspections by outside vendors are performed as
needed. Ensure water and dialysate samples are processed according to
specified procedures. OTHER: Perform additional duties as assigned. PHYSICAL
DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment
characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions. The position involves moderately active work
including walking and standing for considerable lengths of time. Bending down
to floor level is required for some duties. The position requires a
considerable amount of physical work. There is a two-person assist program and
equipment available for moving the heavier loads/equipment. The employee must
regularly move boxes, drums, and equipment of up to 500 lbs. in weight. The
use of dollies or other equipment is mandatory while moving items that weigh
approximately 500 lbs. The work environment is characteristic of a health care
facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. There may be
some potential exposure to chemicals and infectious materials. EDUCATION High
school/Vocational diploma or G.E.D., Technician training or AA Degree
preferred. Computer skills and knowledge of accounting principles preferred.
SPECIAL SKILLS AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Attend all technical training programs
required by state/federal regulations and FMCNA policy. Newly hired or
promoted incumbents are responsible for the requirements of the respiratory
fit policy if applicable. Valid Driver's License and/or ability to transport
equipment and supplies as needed. Employees have to meet the necessary
requirements of Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment.
Continued employment contingent upon successful completion of the FMCNA
Training Program for Technical Staff. Ability to work a flexible schedule.
EXPERIENCE At least six months experience working in an accounting/inventory
setting. Must demonstrate organizational and leadership skills, including
those required to problem-solve in a medical, health care environment.