Distribution Aide - Jobs in Cambridge, ON

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Overview:Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency, Surgery, Medicine, Women’s and Children’s Health, Intensive Care, Mental Health, and Inpatient Rehabilitation.Our vision is to provide exceptional healthcare by exceptional people. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care, and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.Why Should You Apply to CMH

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Group Benefits, including Health & Dental, for full time employees
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Career Development & Education Grant
• Wellness & Wellbeing Program
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives

Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH, please visit our website at www.cmh.org.Salary$22.795 - $23.328Schedule7am to 3pm - dailyShiftMonday to FridayPosition Summary:The Distribution Aide is responsible for, but not limited to, receiving product and equipment, inventory control, cycle counting, issuing and reconciling inventories, stocking of carts, stock rotation as required within departments, communicating timely and effectively any supply issues to key stakeholders and movement of goods throughout the Hospital. The physical requirements of job are extensive and include constant walking of halls/corridors, stairs, ramps, uneven surfaces, tight spaces, reaching, squatting, kneeling and pushing lifting of moderate to heavy weights. Exceptional dexterity is required. This position will work varying scheduled daytime hours as required. This position contributes to ensuring there is a safe and positive environment for patients, staff and visitors.Posted hours do not constitute a guarantee that shifts will not be subject to change. Skills and Qualifications:

• Successful completion of secondary school required
• Excellent math skills and experience working with numbers required
• Must have excellent communication skills; including verbal and written
• Minimum five years’ related experience with knowledge of medical/surgical supplies, inventory systems, hospital geography and proven customer service orientation.
• Recent experience in distribution of supplies, required
• Previous materials management and inventory control experience required
• Previous hospital experience with Meditech Materials Management modules and Handheld devices preferred
• Experience operating power pallet truck, preferred
• Must have excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills partnered with attention to detail and the ability to work effectively and meet deadlines with little supervision.
• Keyboarding and data entry skills essential
• Must be able to work as a team player and willing to upgrade skills as job needs dictate
• Demonstrated ability of excellent attendance on a regular basis and work record is essential
• Must be physically able to lift 50 lbs. repetitively

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:Performs the following duties in accordance with department policies, procedures and operations:

• Responsible for maintaining adequate stock on all units and departments
• Surveys inventory items for all areas of the facility and distributes the supplies appropriately
• Acts as a liaison person between Distribution and the user areas
• Replenishes stock as required
• Responds to end-user requests in a professional manner
• Responsible for handheld operations such as uploads, downloads and battery maintenance
• Responsible for order verifications and initiates order variance processes
• Responsible for all shipping and receiving functions
• All other duties as assigned

NOTE: Math, process comprehension and communication skills will be tested as part of the applicant screening process.As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients, staff and community from COVID-19, subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation, Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check, as requested by Human Resources, in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.Cambridge Memorial Hospital is committed to providing and fostering a respectful workplace. All reasonable accommodation will be made to support participation in the recruitment process. Where needed, accommodations for disabilities will be provided, on request, to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.Cambridge Memorial Hospital is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. We welcome all applicants, including but not limited to: all religions and ethnicities, LGBTQ2s+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Applicants may make requests for accommodations at any stage of the application, interview, or selection process by contacting Human Resources.We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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