Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Supply Chain Technician

Warehouse & FulfillmentConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeKnoxville, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 0–1 years of experience applying mathematical and conversion skills in a healthcare supply chain setting, including inventory calculations for bulk distribution, par levels, and units of measure such as cc, mg, mL, and grams.
Knowledge of inventory management practices and supply chain logistics.
Familiarity with enterprise resource planning or inventory systems and basic data-entry skills.
Ability to follow procedures for receiving, stocking, and distributing medical supplies.
Attention to detail and accuracy in handling inventory and documentation.
Ability to lift, move, and transport materials and supplies safely.

Responsibilities

Receive, inspect, and process incoming shipments by verifying contents against packing slips and reporting discrepancies to leadership.
Stock storeroom and warehouse items in designated locations using First In, First Out principles for inventory rotation.
Maintain safety stock levels by reviewing and updating minimum and maximum quantities for storeroom and point-of-care supply areas.
Perform scheduled physical inventory counts and cycle counts, and resolve discrepancies as needed.
Pick and stage supplies based on department requisitions, apply patient charge stickers where applicable, and maintain system accuracy.
Organize and maintain PAR locations with proper labeling, clean layouts, and consistent restocking.
Deliver stock and non-stock items to departments and obtain signatures confirming delivery.
Coordinate outbound shipments for authorized returns and prepare bills of lading and return forms.
Maintain clean, organized storeroom and warehouse environments that comply with regulatory and infection-control standards.
Support semi-annual and year-end inventory processes through comprehensive inventory counts and data validation.
Enter receipts, inventory adjustments, transfers, and requisitions into the enterprise resource planning or inventory system.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Comply with all applicable policies and standards.

Desired Qualifications

1–3 years of experience in supply chain, warehouse, inventory control, or materials management.

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Technician supports the accurate and efficient flow of supplies within the facility by receiving, stocking, and distributing materials in accordance with established inventory and supply chain procedures. This role ensures storerooms and point-of-care (POC) locations are adequately stocked, organized, and compliant with safety and inventory standards. The Supply Chain Technician is responsible for conducting inventory counts, processing shipments, and maintaining accurate records in the supply chain system to support patient care and operational efficiency.

Essential Functions

Receives, inspects, and processes incoming shipments, verifying contents against packing slips and reporting discrepancies to leadership.
Stocks storeroom and warehouse items in designated locations using First In, First Out (FIFO) principles to ensure proper inventory rotation.
Maintains safety stock levels by reviewing and updating min/max quantities for storeroom and POC supply areas.
Performs scheduled physical inventory counts and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy, resolving discrepancies as needed.
Picks and stages supplies based on department requisitions, applying patient charge stickers where applicable and ensuring system accuracy.
Organizes and maintains PAR locations with proper labeling, clean layouts, and consistent restocking to meet department needs.
Delivers non-stock and stock items to departments, obtaining appropriate signatures for confirmation of delivery.
Coordinates outbound shipments for authorized returns, preparing documentation such as bills of lading and return forms.
Ensures storeroom and warehouse environments remain clean, organized, and compliant with regulatory and infection control standards.
Supports semi-annual and year-end inventory processes by participating in comprehensive inventory counts and data validation.
Enters data into the ERP or inventory system for receipts, inventory adjustments, transfers, and requisitions.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-1 years of experience applying mathematical and conversion skills in a healthcare supply chain setting, including inventory calculations for bulk distribution, par levels, and units of measure (e.g., cc, mg, mL, and grams) required
1-3 years of experience in supply chain, warehouse, inventory control, or materials management preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of inventory management practices and supply chain logistics.
Familiarity with ERP or inventory systems and basic data entry skills.
Ability to follow procedures for receiving, stocking, and distributing medical supplies.
Attention to detail and accuracy in handling inventory and documentation.
Ability to lift, move, and transport materials and supplies safely.

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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