Brattleboro Memorial Hospital /

Southern Vermont Health Services Corporation

Job Description

Job Title: Storeroom Clerk

Job Code: 163

Hours: 7:30 am - 4:0o pm

FTE: 1.0

Weekend Schedule: No

Holiday Schedule: Some

Call Schedule: No

FLSA Status:

Department Name: Purchasing

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

JOB SUMMARY:

The Storeroom Clerk supports the Purchasing Department by receiving, storing, and distributing supplies to hospital departments, and by providing general administrative support under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor. The role requires strong verbal and written communication skills for daily interaction with internal staff and external vendors.

This position is expected to learn and apply storeroom procedures independently, build professional and cooperative working relationships across departments, and maintain a high level of organization, reliability, and attention to detail while managing multiple tasks.

DEPT. SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The Purchasing Department provides five-day coverage Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Purchasing is responsible for ordering, storing and delivering of supplies to all hospital departments by requisitions or carts, and performs other purchasing functions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.  

 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: 

• Accurately receives incoming supplies and equipment; inspects and compares delivered goods against approved purchase orders, noting damage or shortages.

• Picks and delivers stock and non-stock orders from storeroom inventory to hospital departments, both on and off campus on a timely basis, via delivery carts or company vehicles.

• Shelves and stores incoming stock and non-stock supplies and equipment in a neat, orderly manner; assures items are placed in correct bin locations.

• Performs cycle counts of physical inventory on a regular schedule; rotates stock to avoid expired or incorrect picks.

• Accurately enters storeroom requisitions and inventory transactions into the materials management/purchasing software system.

• Routes packing slips and related documentation to appropriate personnel; maintains department records, stock orders, and files accurately.

• Prepares outgoing shipments and returns, ensuring proper packaging and documentation.

• Performs general clerical support for the department, including filing, typing, data entry, correspondence, and answering phones.

• Keeps the storeroom area clean, organized, and free of clutter; meets regulatory storage requirements, including proper handling of hazardous materials per MSDS/SDS guidelines.

• Operates manual material-handling equipment (e.g., pallet jack, hand truck) safely as required to perform duties.

• Carries radio for inter-departmental communications.

• Performs other related purchasing/storeroom duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: 

•  High school diploma or equivalent required 

Experience: 

• Minimum of 6 months to 1 year of experience in a purchasing, storeroom, or supply chain environment.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), digital document formats, and web-based ordering/inventory systems.

• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations by hand or machine for inventory counts and reorder quantities.

Licensure/Certification: 

• Valid driver's license required.

Mental Efforts: 

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.

• Good hand-to-eye coordination.

• Proficient keyboarding skills.

• Ability to concentrate despite frequent interruptions.

• Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities.

Environment & Working Conditions: 

• Daily interaction with Accounting, Finance, and clinical departments.

• Frequent contact with vendor sales representatives.

• Regular contact with hospital staff at all levels.

• Ability to sustain multiple tasks over long periods.

• Frequent computer data entry, inventory reporting, and correspondence.

• Regular use of standard office equipment, including computer, phone, calculator, fax, copier, and scanner.

OSHA CATEGORY

• OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
• Standing - Up to 2/3
• Walking - Up to 2/3
• Sitting - 1/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 2/3
• Pushing/Pulling - 2/3 or more
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - 2/3 or more
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 2/3
• Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 1/3 to 1/2
• Up to 50 pounds - Up to 1/3
• Up to 100 pounds - None
• More than 100 pounds - None

This position has special vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.

• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - Up to 1/3
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - Up to 1/3
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - Up to 1/3
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None

The typical noise level for the environment is:

• Moderate Noise

Hearing

• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.