Stores Clerk B – Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Job title: Stores Clerk B – Assistive Technology, Rehabilitation & Supportive Care Services

Job description: Req ID: 113956
Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre – QEII
Company: NSHA
Department: OPCZ Assistive Tech Orthotics
Type of Employment: Regular Hourly PT (80% FTE) x 1 position(s)
Union Status: Admin Professionals NSGEU
Posting Closing Date: 29-Jun-21

Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the Closing Date.

Nova Scotia Health Authority is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia. We are over 22,000 employees who provide health care and support services in hospitals, health centres and community-based programs throughout Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Health Authority provides health services to Nova Scotians and some specialized services to Maritimers and Atlantic Canadians. We operate hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Our team of health professionals includes employees, doctors, researchers, learners and volunteers that provide the health care or services you may need. This is accomplished across four geographic management zones which are responsible for the operation of acute care health centres and the provision of a variety of inpatient, outpatient services including academic, tertiary, quaternary care and community based programs and services including continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Program Manager of Assistive Technology, the Stores Clerk B is responsible for the procurement of stock and non-stock supplies, receipt and issuing of supplies used in the department; the offloading and receipt of goods from delivery vehicles; the proper storage and rotation of stock; checking orders for discrepancies; the input and monitoring of inventory data and the monitoring and follow up of requisitions through the procurement process. The stores clerk locates items to order, including special and rush requests, completes requisitions and obtains purchase orders for products, coordinates and facilitates returned products and collaborates with buyers/supply chain and following up on errors and outstanding credits with Accounts Payable; ensure products are purchased as required in a timely manner. The stores clerk liaises with clinical staff to obtain information on supply requirements, locates and obtains items on short notice and ensures supply inventory is always maintained. Cross training and coverage may be required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• One year related experience
• Understanding of Assistive Technologies and prior knowledge of Prosthetic/Pedorthic/Orthotic Parts and components preferred
• Medical Terminology
• Proficiency in computer programs such as MS Window, Excel, Word
• Excellent telephone and email etiquette and customer service skills
• Knowledge of Purchasing policies and procedures
• Experience using SAP to place and receive orders
• Understanding of and commitment to the protection of patients’ personal health information and associated hospital policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Inventory management software, bin & barcode utilization, preferred
• Materials Management Experience an asset
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to People Services before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their cover letter, resume, or application. Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours of Work

• Permanent, Part-time (80%) position; 56 hours bi-weekly

Salary Information

$20.0923 – $21.9129/hourly

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Typically interviews are held within three to four weeks of the closing date.

Successful external applicants will be required to submit the below documents and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. Additional documentation such as banking & proof of identity will be included in your offer letter.

• Criminal Record Check
• Proof of education & training certifications
• Proof of any additional required qualification
• Valid registration with the relevant licensing body
• Submission of immunization record along with health assessment documentation
• Proof of SIN number

Hiring Process will depend on the timeliness of delivering the above. This is a Admin Professionals bargaining unit – NSGEU position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Nova Scotia Health Authority is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. Only online applications are accepted.

Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.

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