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Medical Assistant I Region 0009

Waterbury, CT ยท On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

Handling medical inventory โ€ข Interpersonal Skills: * Strong communication and active listening skills * Empathy and ability to provide compassionate patient care * Teamwork and collaboration with ...

Inventory Control Specialist

Saint Joseph, MO ยท On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Diploma - Required Work Experience * 3 Years - Proven experience of inventory control methodology using an automated inventory system - Required * 1 Year - Medical inventory control experience ...

Medical Assistant

Broomfield, CO ยท On-site

$21 - $28/hr

Inventory management experience. * Medical Assistant certification preferred. * Substance abuse/detox experience preferred. * QMAP strongly preferred. * BLS certification required. Required Skills ...

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How much do medical inventory jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for medical inventory in the United States is $57,905.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,000.00 and $64,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced in a medical inventory role, and how can they be effectively managed?

A common challenge in a medical inventory role is maintaining accurate stock levels while managing frequent deliveries and usage fluctuations. Unexpected surges in demand, supply chain delays, and ensuring compliance with expiration dates require strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective management often involves using inventory management software, conducting regular audits, and collaborating closely with clinical staff to anticipate needs. Staying proactive and communicating with suppliers and team members helps prevent shortages and ensures smooth inventory operations.

What is a Medical Inventory Specialist?

A Medical Inventory Specialist is a professional responsible for managing and tracking medical supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals within healthcare facilities such as hospitals, clinics, or pharmacies. Their duties include ordering and receiving stock, maintaining accurate inventory records, ensuring proper storage conditions, and coordinating with medical staff to fulfill supply needs. By efficiently managing inventory, they help prevent shortages, reduce waste, and ensure that essential items are always available for patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Inventory Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Inventory Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and experience with inventory management principles, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant certification. Familiarity with inventory tracking software, barcode systems, and hospital supply chain management tools is typically required. Effective communication, problem-solving abilities, and teamwork are vital soft skills for coordinating with medical staff and vendors. These competencies ensure accurate inventory control, prevent supply shortages, and support efficient healthcare operations.

What is the difference between Medical Inventory vs Medical Supply Coordinator?

AspectMedical InventoryMedical Supply Coordinator
CertificationsNone required or relevant certificationsCertifications in supply chain or healthcare logistics preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, pharmaciesHealthcare facilities, warehouses, distribution centers
Job FocusManaging inventory levels, tracking suppliesCoordinating supply orders, managing procurement
Common UsageTracking stock, ensuring availabilityOrdering, receiving, and distributing supplies

Medical Inventory primarily focuses on tracking and managing stock levels within healthcare settings, ensuring supplies are available when needed. Medical Supply Coordinator involves overseeing the procurement and distribution of supplies, coordinating with vendors and staff. Both roles are essential for efficient healthcare operations but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Medical Inventory job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,905 per year, or $27.8 per hour.

Certified Medical Assistant FT

IMPERIAL VALLEY FAMILY CARE MEDICAL

Imperial, CA โ€ข On-site

$17 - $21/hr

Full-time

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Position open for experienced Certifiedย Medical Assistant, state certified through the board of CCBMA, AMT or AAMA agencies. Must have working knowledge of EKG, vitals and injections. Bilingual is a must. Working knowledge of electronic medical records, ECW a plus. Please submit complete resume with experience and educational

Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examination, drawing blood, and administering medications as directed by physician.

  • Adhere and comply with IVFCMGโ€™s required Executive Sub-Committees and all required regulatory Compliance and Quality measures.
  • Comply and abide with Medical Home Responsibilities and Care Team roles and responsibilities.
  • Participate and adhere to established Quality Improvement Activities or processes.
  • Ensure Practice Visit Types are coded and used appropriately, such as ANN VISIT, SMDAY-URG and SMDAY-RTN, etc.
  • Strive towards continuity of care for our patients, communication, medical records request, etc.
  • Prepare treatment rooms for patient examinations, keeping the rooms neat and clean.
  • Show patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the physician.
  • Optimize patient flow, enabling the physician/mid-level to see more patients and conduct more visits.
  • Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight, and height.
  • Record patients' medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
  • Perform general office duties, such as greeting patients, log in patientsโ€™ arrival, answering telephones, scheduling appointments, taking dictation, or completing insurance forms.
  • Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician.
  • Convey clinical information on behalf of the physician/mid-level and follow clinical protocols when speaking with patients.
  • Complete drug refill requests and provide prescription information to pharmacies.
  • Maintain all medical inventory and order in a timely manner.
  • Perform basic laboratory tests, EKGโ€™s, venipuncture, administer immunizations, collect and prepare lab specimens, remove sutures, and change dressings.