Ambulance Supply Technician: 5am - 7pm Shift

MEMS; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

MEMS is seeking a Supply Technician to support the Purchasing and Supply Department by receiving and stocking medical supplies and equipment for ambulances. The role also maintains inventory accuracy, handles shipping/receiving, and prepares ambulances for daily use.

This position is ideal for an EMT (or former EMT) who wants EMS work without being on an ambulance, with duties including restocking, decontaminating equipment, and supporting operations across MEMS locations.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage time without direct supervision.
• Knowledge of service area geography and map reading.
• Remain calm during stressful situations.
• Work effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Present an efficient and professional demeanor.
• Ability to work with computers and accurately enter data.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• First Responder course desirable.
• American Heart BLS Level C.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable MVR.
• EMT experience a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Issue required supplies and equipment to ambulance crews.
• Ensure proper return of MEMS equipment.
• Restock ambulances and stockroom with supplies.
• Wash and disinfect ambulances and fuel them for daily use.
• Count, decontaminate, and redistribute equipment.
• Inspect, clean, and repair medical equipment.
• Maintain complete and accurate inventory records.
• Deliver and pick up supplies to/from MEMS locations or vendors.
• Support in mass casualty or disaster events.
• Safeguard equipment and maintain a safe work area.
• Drive MEMS vehicles to deliver/pick up equipment within service area.

Skills

Time management

Read a map

Calm under pressure

Teamwork

Data entry

Professional demeanor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

First Responder course desirable

American Heart BLS Level C

Job description

The Supply Technician supports the Purchasing and Supply Department by receiving and stocking medical supplies and equipment on our ambulances. They also support Operations by stocking, cleaning, washing and readying ambulances for daily use. Other duties will include maintaining inventory accuracy through data entry and physical inventory accounting, shipping & receiving, and issuing of other medical supplies and equipment.

This is a great opportunity for an EMT (or former EMT) who wants to work in EMS without being on an ambulance!

Responsibilities

• Issue required supplies and equipment to ambulance crews
• Ensure proper return of MEMS equipment
• Restock ambulances and stockroom with supplies
• Wash and wax the exterior, clean and disinfect the interior, and fuel ambulances to ready them for daily use
• Pick up, decontaminate, and redistribute equipment
• Inspect, clean, and repair medical equipment
• Maintain complete and accurate inventory and asset records
• Deliver and pick up supplies to/from other MEMS locations or vendors
• Provide support in the event of a mass casualty incident or natural disaster
• Maintain complete and accurate inventory and asset records
• Ensure proper safeguarding of equipment
• Maintain a safe and clean work area
• Drive ambulances, and other MEMS-owned vehicles, to deliver and pick up equipment and supplies within the MEMS service area; jockey vehicles as needed
• Count and maintain stock levels at outlying stations and order as needed

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to manage time in the absence of direct oversight
• Knowledge of geography of service area and ability to read a map
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations
• Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Ability to present an efficient and professional demeanor
• Ability to work with computers and accurately enter data
• High school diploma or equivalent
• First Responder course desirable
• American Heart BLS Level C
• Valid driver's license and acceptable MVR
• Current or previous EMT experience a plus but not required

Working Conditions And Physical Requirements

• The 14-hour shift schedule is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday & every other Wednesday – 5:00am - 7:00pm. Overtime is available and may occasionally be required.
• Work performed will be a combination of indoor and outdoor activities and the Supply Tech is frequently exposed to extreme weather conditions
• Employee will be required, from time to time, to lift and/or move up to 50+ pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Hearing: no more than a moderate hearing loss

MEMS is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. MEMS makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and current operational needs.

MEMS is committed to providing a safe and healthful workplace. In keeping with this commitment, we maintain a drug, alcohol, and smoke-free working environment. Smoking and tobacco products are not permitted in our facilities, in our vehicles or on company grounds. Pre-employment drug testing is required of all candidates. Employees in safety-sensitive positions, including EMT, Paramedic, and Emergency Medical Dispatcher, are subject to random drug screens.

Applicants certify that the information provided in this application is true and complete and understand that intentional false statements could lead to dismissal as an employee or rejection as an applicant.