Stock controller - Theatre

Job Summary:

The Stock controller will accept full responsibility and accountability for the control of stock, including but not limited to, auditing, counting, reconciling, replenishing, ordering, issuing, and condemning. The incumbent is responsible for coordinating and facilitating the collective efforts between relevant departments in order to maximize proper stock control and limit mismanagement of stock.

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12.
• Basic Pharmacist Assistant certificate.

Minimun Experience

• Knowledge and experience of a pharmaceutical stock control system, consignment stock, theatre stock
• 2-4 years’ experience in stock control, preferably in a hospital environment.
• Computer proficiency – SAP or similar.
• Administrative support in a hospital environment would be advantageous

DELIVERABLES

• Assist the theatre with maintaining optimal stock levels and stock availability by compiling of order according to minimum and maximum stock level.
• Perform cyclic stock counts to minimize stock loss and to ensure rotation of stock.
• Take responsibility for barcoding and packing of surgical items.
• Pick and capture stock to be issued to theatre and wards / units and capture stock transfers from other hospitals.
• Sign off credit slips after being reconciled by the Data Capture and capture invoices during the Data capturer’s absence.
• Adhere to the principles of Lean management (i.e. reducing wastage and unnecessary expenditure) without compromising patient care whilst ensuring minimal wastage.
• Participate as a team member and contribute effectively towards achievement of unit goals.