5 Must-Have Items for a Small Clinic

Running a small clinic comes with big responsibilities—and having the right technology in place can make the difference in efficiency, accuracy, and patient care. Whether you're managing inventory, checking in patients, prepping a surgery or labeling specimens, these five essential tools can help keep your clinic running smoothly, ultimately saving you money as well.

1. Handheld Barcode Scanner

A reliable scanner is a must for tracking supplies, scanning patient wristbands, and verifying medications or lab samples. Our WNS-recommended scanners are designed for healthcare environments, especially small clinics—fast, accurate, and easy to sanitize. A call with our team can help you figure out what scanner is best for you.

2. Mobile Computer

Stay connected on the move with a rugged mobile computer. Ideal for nurses and staff who need access to patient data, inventory systems, or EMRs at the point of care. We offer pre-configured mobile devices that work seamlessly out of the box—saving your team time and stress. With health care specific models build for sanitization and nurses in mine, we have a device ready for you.

3. Wristband Printer

Positive patient ID is critical, even for small or rural healthcare centers. Our compact wristband printers ensure that every patient gets a clear, scannable ID band printed right at admission. They’re small enough for a nurse’s station, and reliable enough to run all day.

4. Tablet for Patient Intake or Rounding

Tablets offer flexibility—use them for patient check-in, consent forms, or bedside charting. WNS offers tablets with healthcare-specific configuration, including secure mounting, easy disinfection, and app preloading. When paired with a docking station many tablets are now taking the place of desktop computers, allowing you to take the work with you smoothly integrated into the work day.

5. Label Printer for Specimens & Medications

Accurate labeling is non-negotiable in healthcare. Our thermal label printers are perfect for printing specimen labels, medication tags, and more. With fast print speeds and a small footprint, they’re a natural fit for busy supply rooms or labs.

Need help outfitting your clinic?

WNS specializes in hardware solutions tailored for healthcare—from sourcing to staging to ongoing support. Reach out and let us know how we can help!