Store Room Assistant I in Boone, North Carolina at Appalachian Regional Healthcare System

Location: Boone, North Carolina | Full-Time | Monday - Friday

As a Store Room Assistant at UNC Health Appalachian, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring that our clinical and support teams have the supplies they need to deliver excellent patient care. You’ll be responsible for receiving, storing, distributing, and tracking materials throughout the health system — helping keep our operations running smoothly and efficiently. Join a mission-driven organization where teamwork and service excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

Compensation: Starting pay begins at $18.15 per hour, with competitive rates based on experience and education.
Schedule: Full-time, variable shifts.
Benefits: Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement with employer match, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, wellness incentives, and employee discounts.

• Receive, store, and distribute medical and non-medical supplies in accordance with established procedures.

• Maintain accurate records of inventory, deliveries, and usage.

• Ensure timely delivery of supplies and equipment to designated departments and facilities.

• Inspect incoming shipments for accuracy and quality; report discrepancies or damages promptly.

• Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized storeroom environment.

• Operate material handling equipment and vehicles safely and in compliance with policy.

• Support team members and departments to ensure supply needs are met in a timely and efficient manner.

• Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and adherence to UNC Health Appalachian’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving history (no alcohol- or drug-related convictions).

Experience:

• Previous experience in inventory, warehouse, or supply chain operations preferred, but not required.

Licenses/Certifications:

• None required.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with colleagues and vendors.
• Capable of performing tasks requiring physical exertion, including lifting and moving heavy items.
• Dependable and able to work under supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to customer service, safety, and teamwork.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching throughout the shift.
• Lift, push, pull, or carry up to and over 50 lbs.
• Exposure to electrical/mechanical equipment, chemicals, and hospital environment hazards.
• May work variable shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Manual dexterity and mobility required for equipment handling and inventory tasks.

• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a system-wide supply chain team.
• Impactful Work: Your work directly supports the delivery of safe and efficient patient care across our hospitals and clinics.
• Community & Lifestyle: Boone, North Carolina offers a beautiful mountain setting with a strong sense of community, year-round outdoor recreation, and small-town charm — ranked among America’s best small towns by Forbes and Southern Living.
• Inclusive Culture: We foster a diverse and welcoming environment where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered.

Ready to be an essential part of a team that keeps healthcare moving?
Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian and make a meaningful impact behind the scenes in patient care delivery.

About UNC Health Appalachian
It's official - UNC Health Appalachian earned an "A" in the fall 2023 Leapfrog Patient Safety Grades! UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian stays committed to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply “making life better.”

About UNC Health
UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine (SOM). It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve and to further the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina SOM. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated or charity care to the citizens of North Carolina. Our hospitals have received numerous awards and recognition for quality care, patient safety and the overall patient experience. For more information, please visit unchealth.org.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background and drug screen. For accommodations or additional information, contact arhsrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu.