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Stores Attendant

AHS Employees

Obtaining and maintaining materials

Stores attendants play an important role in the supply chain, handling the receipt and storage of supplies, equipment, and food. They also pick, package, and ship items to the appropriate areas, track orders, and maintain inventory records.

Some stores attendants may need a Transportation of Dangerous Goods and/or Forklift/Powered Equipment certificate.

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Compensation


$22.41 - $27.43 per hour

Other benefits

Education


Grade 12 or equivalent

Registration


Not required

Duties

  • Pick, package, and ship items to the appropriate areas
  • Track orders and maintain inventory records
  • Report damaged or deficient items and arrange for appropriate disposal or return
  • Ensure items are used, monitor shelf life, and requisition items in low supply
  • Audit outgoing orders and report discrepancies to inventory coordinator or warehouse manager

Make a Difference

  • Ensure staff and physicians have the materials and supplies they need
  • Ensure materials are of good quality, in good condition, and ready for use
  • Use data to inform purchasing cycles, respond to shortages, and maintain stock levels
  • Help AHS deliver a high-quality, accessible, and sustainable provincial health system

Work Collaboratively

  • Interact with staff from a number of different departments to determine what is needed, and when
  • Acts as the liaison between the Contracting, Procurement and Supply Management department, and other AHS departments
  • Work in a variety of different facilities including hospitals and other healthcare centres

Grow Your Career

  • Additional training and education
  • Healthcare leadership and management
  • Health system administration

Additional Information

To learn more about a career as a stores attendant in our province visit Alberta Learning Information Services (ALIS).