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Location : Berkeley Hospital

Berkeley Hospital

Hours :

Mon-Fri, 8 hour shifts with start times between 6 : 00 am - 8 : 00 am.

Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

The Materials Tech is an all-around team member who is trained and able to perform all different functions in the Materials Management department.

Under the direction of the Logistics Manager, Senior Materials Tech or the OR Materials Supervisor, the Materials Tech performs PAR and inventory management;

supply and equipment receiving, delivery and inventory management; and OR case carts as directed. The Materials Tech may be asked to perform any of these tasks based on the hospital volume and staffing of the department.

Essential Job Functions

May require operation of a vehicle for our organization. If applicable, the selected candidate / employee must possess a valid, current South Carolina driver's license.

In addition, the selected candidate / employee must be insurable under our organization vehicle insurance plan, which will be verified by reviewing licensure and driving record.

• PAR and Inventory Management, OR Case Carts : counts and checks inventories at the PAR locations; picks and delivers the products to the PAR locations;
• fills on-demand requests for supplies; rotates stock at PAR locations; checks for outdates at PAR locations; issues products from the storeroom;
• puts away stock; credits products; replenishes products; picks orders; assists with cycle counts; assists in cleaning the storeroom;

delivers products from the storeroom when ordered. OR Case Carts : Picks materials for case carts from inventory based on pick tickets.

Communicates any shortages or discrepancies immediately to the appropriate Logistics Manager or OR Materials Supervisor.

Supply and Equipment Receiving, Delivery and Inventory Management : Receives products into Materials Management system; delivers products ordered by customers in a timely manner and requests signature as required;

utilizes handheld scanners appropriately to track chain of custody for packages received and delivered throughout health system.

Follows defined processes to ensure receipts are accurate prior to placing products into inventory. Assists in keeping delivery areas clean and functional.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

None

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Work Experience

Two years of experience in a storeroom or warehouse preferred, or previous customer service or retail experience.

Training

N / A

Language

N / A

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Not applicable to this position

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

Long-distance or air travel as needed- not to exceed 10% travel.

General office environment.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

Other :

Not applicable to this position

Requires full range of body motion, manual dexterity, eye-hand coordination. Requires constant walking and standing with moderate to strenuous exertion in pushing, pulling, carrying and lifting medium to heavy weight supplies.

Potential for injuries such as muscle strains and punctures require correct use of lifting and motion techniques. Must be able to work in dry and dusty atmosphere and may be exposed to inclement conditions.

May be exposed to blood and bodily fluids. Sitting 10%, Standing 20%, and Walking 70%. Must be able to lift / carry 50lbs.

Requires constant walking and standing with moderate to strenuous exertion in pushing pulling carrying and lifting medium to heavy supplies.

Potential for injuries such as muscle strains and punctures which require routine precautions. Requires the ability to work under stressful conditions. Subject to shift work.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Lifting / Carrying (0-50 lbs.)

Lifting / Carrying (50-100 lbs.)

Push / Pull (0-50 lbs.)

Push / Pull (50-100 lbs.)

Stoop, Kneel

Crawling

Climbing

Balance

Bending

Work Position

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Sitting

Walking

Standing

Additional Physical Requirements / Hazards

Physical Requirements -

Manual dexterity (eye / hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms / telephone / audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm / hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity far

Acuity near

Not applicable to this position

Hazards -

Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic / caustic / chemicals / detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust / fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray / electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Other :

Not applicable to this position

Skills

Good communication skills, interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills. Ability to provide excellent customer service while working as a team.

Ability to handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions. Basic computer skills including MS Windows. Proficient in PMM Pathways, with Supply Tracking System and the ability to use hand held scanners preferred.

Self-directed and able to work independently. Ability to operate standard office equipment (ex. fax machine, printers, PC’s).

Can handle supply carts and can operate cardboard compactor, manual and powered pallet jacks.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w / AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

Work Shift :

Days (United States of America)

Department :

Materials Management - General - Berkeley Hospital

Last updated : 2024-05-24