Inventory Specialist

Job Title: Inventory Specialist

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: Distribution

Req #: 0000263266

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $18.04 - $25.93 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Hospital operating room (OR) supply chain technicians with the titles of inventory specialist, support surgical services by ensuring procurement, inventory supply management, distribution, and replenishment of surgical supplies are timely to avoid delay in OR cases.

The role works closely with OR coordinators and supply chain management to ensure the OR is fully stocked, compliant, and prepared for daily surgeries to maintain efficient operations and support patient care.

As an Inventory Specialist in the OR, a typical day might include: 

• Stock, organize, and replenish operating room supplies.
• Monitor inventory levels and maintain appropriate PAR levels of surgical supplies and implants to prevent shortages and overstock; collaborate with OR coordinator and OR manager by using data to drive PARs.
• Order, receive, inspect, and distribute surgical supplies, implants, and specialty items.
• Ensure expired, damaged, or recalled items are removed and managed promptly.
• Manage and track implants using the UDI tracker.
• Reviews OR booking sheets with OR manager and plans supply procurement accordingly.
• Process Bill Only requisitions withing established time frame; monitors STAT requisitions to avoid increased cost.
• Resolve back orders and shortages by collaborating with clinical team for clinically approved substitutes or replacements.
• Conducts documented inventory audits and rounding.
• Support emergency supply requests and replenishment needs.
• Maintain compliance with hospital and department policies, safety standards, infection prevention, and regulatory requirements.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

This role might be for you if you have the following skills: 

• Working knowledge healthcare inventory systems.
• Knowledge of surgical supplies and sterile procedures.
• Strong organizational, communication and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work in fast-paced clinical environment.
• Ability to use latest technology to perform job responsibilities.
• Excel and supply management software proficiency.
• Ability to lift, push and pull up to fifty pounds.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must currently meet the below criteria:

• Have a High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Meet scheduling requirements of the night shift: 10 PM to 6:30 AM
  • Alternating Holidays and Weekends    
• It is preferred that you have one to two years of hospital supply chain operations experience.

Why You’ll Love Working Here: 
At RWJBarnabas Health, our people are at the center of everything we do. Through our Total Wellbeing promise, we offer a wide range of benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, financial, and professional wellbeing. Highlights include: 

• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time) 

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance 

• Prescription Drug Coverage 

• Retirement Plans 

• Paid Parental Leave 

• Tuition Reimbursement 

• Student Loan Planning Support 

• Life and Disability Insurance 

• Wellness Programs and Flexible Spending Accounts 

• Voluntary Benefits (like Pet Insurance) 

• Discounts with local partners (e.g., NJ Devils, NJPAC, Verizon) 

• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities …and more! 

Why RWJBarnabas Health: 
RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest and most comprehensive academic health system, committed to delivering exceptional care and creating healthier communities. We’re proud to offer a workplace that values compassion, equity, and innovation—where every team member plays a vital role. When you join us, you’re not just building a career—you’re helping to shape the future of healthcare, one person and one community at a time.