Receiving Clerk- Full Time Days

At Houston Methodist, the Receiving Clerk position is responsible for the accurate receipt, documentation and proper disposition of supply orders and relative packages shipped to the hospital campus. This position performs routine tasks associated with delivery acceptance, physical verification and electronic receipt into the Materials Management Information System (MMIS) and/or related (Tracking) databases. The Receiving Clerk position assists in processing all Return to Vendor (RTV) Purchase Orders and secondary, outbound items for shipment back to vendors or business associates through dedicated shipping accounts and ancillary software applications.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

• MHE HM - Houston Methodist Material Handling Equipment Certified -- (Two year renewal required) within 60 days

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security.

• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles.

• Sound knowledge of current logistics/material handling practices and procedures with a specific emphasis on inbound receiving processes and outbound shipping procedures.

• Ability to complete work within designated time frames.

• Demonstrate proficiency in operating a personal computer or hand-held device for completing advanced receiving or inventory control procedures through the use of Materials Management Information System (MMIS) applications and basic use of MS Office applications.

• Critical thinking with the ability to offer practical solutions to relative items handled.

• Maintains current knowledge of logistics industry practices for small carrier, Less than Truck Load (LTL) and Over the Road (OTR) shipments.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform Yes
• Scrubs No
• Business professional No
• Other (department approved) No

ON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. With more than 1,300 affiliated physicians and 2,900 employees, Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow

Equal Employment Opportunity

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.