Job Summary and Responsibilities
As a Central Services Representative, you will be a central figure responsible for the meticulous acquisition, inventory, and distribution of medical supplies and equipment, ensuring clinical departments have necessary resources for optimal patient care. You will play a vital role in maintaining supply chain efficiency and supporting seamless clinical operations.

Every day, you will expertly receive, stock, and issue medical supplies and equipment, meticulously maintaining accurate inventory records, and preparing supply carts according to protocols. You will also monitor inventory, report discrepancies, collaborate with clinical staff and purchasing, and ensure strict adherence to storage guidelines and infection control practices.

To be successful in this role, you will combine exceptional organizational skills, meticulous attention to detail in inventory management, and a strong understanding of medical supply terminology. You will demonstrate a proactive approach to anticipating needs, excellent communication, and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment providing crucial logistical support for high-quality patient care.
Demonstrates an understanding of, and the ability to operate, all department equipment. Accepts responsibility for precepting other staff members. No more than 2 valid exceptions per years meets the standard



Reports all repair needs to the appropriate resource immediately upon discovery

Demonstrates the ability to operate steam and low temperature sterilization equipment.

Demonstrates the ability to use all decontamination equipment.

Demonstrates the ability to operate all Materials Management software applications and handheld technology.

Demonstrates the ability to decontaminate, prepare, and sterilize all instrumentation. Includes proper storage of all patient care equipment

Demonstrates the ability to precept new employees and assigned students.

Performs inventory and restocking services for all assigned units and equipment. No more than three valid exceptions per year meets the standard. Accepts responsibility for precepting other staff members



Produces an inventory picklist utilizing the designated software application.

Accurately fills the inventory needs of the assigned department

Demonstrates the ability to provide inventory and restocking of crash carts, urology carts, isolation carts, procedure carts and other specialty carts

Demonstrates the ability to order, receive, and maintain product inventory. Accepts responsibility for precepting new staff members and students



Routinely monitors expiration dates for all products including stock and nonstock items

Communicates immediately to the proper resource any supply reorder needs

Demonstrates the ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment for staff and supplies.

Demonstrates the ability to correctly identify, label, and stock inventory products. This includes proper stock rotation

Demonstrates the ability to fill all phone, Order Entry, or Lawson requests in a timely and accurate manner

Performs other related jobs as assigned.



Works with department leadership to clarify project expectations

Completes assignments within agreed timeframe


Job Requirements
RequiredHigh School Graduate General Studies or 2 years equivalent work experience., upon hire orHigh School GED General Studies or 2 years equivalent work experience., upon hire andEducation or experience as a Central Service Technician and certification Certified and Registered Central Service Technician, upon hire orCertified Sterile Processing and Dist Supervisor, upon hire orCertified Sterile Processing and Dist Tech, upon hire
Where You'll Work

Founded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here at https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield.
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Total Rewards

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.