Your experience matters
Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Supply Chain Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Our Supply Chain team plays an important role in supporting patient care by making sure supplies and equipment are in the right place at the right time. Team members help keep hospital departments stocked and organized, ensuring staff have what they need to care for patients. In this fast-paced environment, you’ll work closely with others, respond to day-to-day needs, and help keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. Attention to detail, teamwork, and a willingness to learn are key to success in this role. From stocking supplies to delivering items and keeping inventory up to date, the team makes a meaningful impact on the overall patient experience.
How you’ll contribute
A Supply Chain Technician who excels in this role:
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Stock and maintain medical and office supplies across hospital departments using inventory systems and standard supply chain practices to support patient care.
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Perform regular cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy and make appropriate adjustments in the system.
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Monitor supply levels and submit requisitions to maintain established par levels.
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Receive, inspect, and process incoming shipments; log receipts, enter data into inventory systems, and distribute supplies to appropriate departments or facilities.
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Identify and report damaged, missing, or incorrect items, ensuring timely resolution.
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Provide professional customer service by answering phones, assisting at the receiving dock and walk-up window, and routing inquiries appropriately.
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Complete clerical and computer-based tasks that support daily operations and patient care delivery.
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Distribute, track, and maintain patient care equipment to ensure availability and proper functioning.
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Follow hospital policies and safety procedures related to handling, storage, and transport of supplies and equipment.
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Collaborate with clinical and non-clinical staff to ensure timely and accurate supply support.
Schedule: Full-Time, Days. This position is fully on-site in Rutherfordton, NC.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
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Financial Protection & Paid Time Off: Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance, along with short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and PTO.
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Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance, certification support, student loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
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Employee Well-being: Programs supporting mental, physical, and financial health, including gym memberships, virtual care, mental health services, and employee discounts.
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Professional Development: Ongoing learning opportunities and career advancement support.
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Lifestyle Perks: Travel and entertainment discount programs to help you make the most of your time off.
What we’re looking for
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High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Ability to demonstrate critical thinking, sound judgment, and work independently in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful environment.
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Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to maintain accuracy in stocking, receiving, and documentation.
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Ability to quickly learn and navigate multiple computer systems, inventory tools, and handheld devices.
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Effective communication skills in English (reading, writing, speaking, and understanding) with strong customer service and teamwork skills when supporting hospital staff and patients.
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Ability to meet physical job requirements, including lifting 20–30 lbs, and standing, walking, pushing, and pulling supplies for extended periods.
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Willingness to learn, adapt, and complete required training and competency requirements in a healthcare environment.
More about Rutherford Regional Health System
Rutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility that has been offering exceptional care to Rutherford County for over 100 years. Offering a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care, Rutherford Regional is dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs. We provide our services in a caring, professional environment through the teamwork of our medical staff and employees.
EEOC Statement
“Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
