What are the responsibilities and job description for the Materials Tech position at UT Health East Texas?
in our team as a day shift, full-time, Materials Technician in Athens, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and acute stroke ready facility; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.
Responsibilities
- The Materials Tech coordinates and assists with the daily inventory management and control of procedural area supplies.
- Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
- Additionally, this role includes the use of analytic tools to accurately capture spend and utilization data (Lawson, Epic, Excel) in support of inventory control and management.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2 years of related experience.
1 year must have been in Materials Management or a Clinical Area.
Preferred Job Requirements:
ERP system experience, such as Lawson.
Warehouse organization and operational experience.
Knowledge of Epic decremented inventory.
Understanding of operating room products and their uses.
Knowledge of PO pricing and GL interaction.
Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel).