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Organization:

VUH Nutrition Pt Svcs Admin

Job Summary:

Receives and stocks deliveries according to standards. Maintains sanitation of storeroom area.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives and maintains documentation of goods delivered .
• Counts and/or weighs in all deliveries verifying accuracy of shipment.
• Unpacks items received, inspects for damage and/or defects.
• Packs, marks and ships all merchandise to be returned to vendor.
• Checks items received against those listed on the invoice.
• Notifies supervisor immediately of discrepancies.
• Inventories, stocks goods and delivers supplies and equipment to appropriate location.
• Stores items in the following fashion: perishables first, frozen, and finally staples.
• Stores all items in the appropriate location delivering to location as needed.
• Stores items so that the label is visible.
• Rotates all stock by placing newer items behind older items.
• Returns unused supplies immediately to the proper storage area.
• Completes inventory of stockroom per established procedure.
• Assembles supplies per requisition/standard.
• Assembles supplies accurately per requisition/standard.
• Verifies completeness of orders, identifies shortages of items per standard.
• Maintains sanitation standards.
• Sweeps and mops floor at established times.
• Scrubs floors as scheduled.
• Removes trash daily or as needed; breaks down all boxes.
• Cleans tables, counters, trash bins, equipment, and walls as assigned
• Adheres to work schedule.
• Initiates work processes for self and others to meet time schedules of section/dept.
• Participates as team member of work unit/department.
• Trains all assigned staff in storekeeping processes.
• Recommends improvements of policies, procedures and work methods to management.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Our supporting roles are the core of all we do at Vanderbilt Health, helping us personalize the patient experience through our caring spirit and distinctive capabilities. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at VUMC for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose.

We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce as we place a priority on designing with and for our patients and families.

Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Performs tasks that are typically routine that may impact team's performance with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Utilizes some discretion and research to solve routine problems. Breadth of Knowledge: Applies knowledge of standards, established processes and procedure that apply to your own job. Team Interaction: Provides guidance to entry level co-workers.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues' priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas.- Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service.- Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them. - Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level:

Less than 1 year

Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity.  EOE/Vets/Disabled.