What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Inventory & Operations Coordinator position at St Lukes Health System (Boise ID)?
Overview
At St. Luke’s, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Luke’s is truly a great place to work.
We are seeking a Healthcare Inventory & Operations Coordinator (classified internally as Hospital Inventory Clerk) to join our surgical services team. This is a dynamic and essential role that combines inventory management expertise with operational support in a healthcare setting. This position ensures seamless functionality across inventory control, unit operations, and patient care logistics. By maintaining optimal stock levels, collaborating with healthcare teams, and supporting the smooth flow of daily operations, this role plays a vital part in both patient care and operational efficiency.
What You Can Expect
- Inventory Management & Optimization
- Stay in control : Ensure supplies and equipment are always stocked and ready, avoiding last-minute shortages.
- Problem-solve : Track inventory, fix discrepancies, and improve accuracy.
- Collaborate : Work with vendors and team members to keep supplies timely and efficient.
- Stay organized : Keep the unit’s inventory easily accessible and well-organized.
- Operational Support & Coordination
- Be essential : Support physicians and nurses to keep the team running smoothly.
- Ensure accuracy : Maintain patient and operational records, helping ensure timely care.
- Facilitate communication : Help the team stay coordinated and responsive to patient needs.
- Solve challenges : Handle issues and escalate when necessary to keep things moving.
- Continuous Improvement & Project Participation
- Drive change : Identify and implement improvements to streamline inventory and operations.
- Reduce waste : Help optimize supply use and cut unnecessary waste.
This role offers the chance to make a real impact by improving efficiency, supporting the team, and ensuring quality patient care.
Perks and Benefits of working at St. Luke's Wood River Medical Center
- FREE Ski Opportunities: Hit the slopes with ski passes provided by St. Luke's Foundation!
- Cultural Experiences: Enjoy preferred seating at the Sun Valley Symphony—on us!
- Competitive Compensation: includes a geographic differential of 15%!
Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
What’s in it for you
At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Virgin Pulse Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.
St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.
*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.
