WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you’ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

Supply Chain Technician- Laboratory Services
Distribution Warehouse Center (On-site)
Full-Time; M-F- 7:00 am to 3:30 pm

JOB SUMMARY
The Laboratory Services Supply Chain Technician supports laboratory operations by managing the receipt, replenishment, distribution, and inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents. This role ensures accurate inventory levels, timely fulfillment of supply requests, and organized storage of materials to support uninterrupted laboratory services and high-quality patient care. The technician collaborates with laboratory staff to resolve supply issues, maintain inventory accuracy, and uphold safety and quality standards.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School diploma or equivalent 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Upon Hire 

Preferred

• Experience
  Experience within a healthcare environment 
  1 year experience in supply chain 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Manages supply replenishment and inventory accuracy.
• Requisitioning supply replenishment using a bar code scanner.
• Monitoring and validating the accuracy of all bar code labels through monthly PAR mapping.
• Identifying and notifying the Inventory Coordinator of inaccurate inventory levels and any bar code label discrepancies.
• Handles incoming shipments.
• Unloading, inspecting, and verifying incoming shipments against purchase orders and packing slips for accuracy and any damage.
• Dispose of boxes.
• Addresses Supply Issues and Inquiries.
• Notifying the Inventory Coordinator of all back orders and/or stock outs.
• Contacting the Inventory Coordinator regarding order inquiries, discrepancies, and returns.
• Assisting the Lab Inventory Coordinator in identifying and resolving problems related to supply shortages, incorrect items, quality concerns, and customer challenges.
• Maintains stock and storage.
• Organizing and stocking received items in designated storage areas, ensuring proper rotation of stock (FIFO – First-In, First-Out) to prevent expiration.
• Regularly checking for and removing expired reagents and supplies according to established procedures.
• Ensuring that all storage areas are clean, organized, and maintain appropriate environmental conditions.
• Facilitates supply delivery.
• Picking and preparing supplies for delivery to various Laboratories, Clinics, and Phlebotomy locations based on submitted Clinical Laboratory Supply requisitions.
• Ensuring compliance and communication.
• Adhering to all hospital and laboratory policies and procedures, including safety regulations and infection control practices.
• Confirmation of tube and reagent validations.
• Communicating effectively with laboratory technologists, supervisors, and other personnel regarding supply availability, order status, and any potential issues.
• Performs all other job duties as assigned.

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.