Handler II, Materials

Boston Children’s Hospital; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children’s Hospital in Needham is looking for a dedicated individual to manage the flow of supplies and equipment within the hospital. Responsibilities include receiving materials, responding to inquiries, and maintaining inventory levels for medical gases.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience. The position is crucial for ensuring that deliveries and supplies are handled professionally and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of related work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Receive materials from vendors, verify accuracy and count.
• Respond to hospital staff inquiries about deliveries and shipments.
• Maintain medical gas inventory according to required par levels.
• Pick up and deliver supplies, mail, equipment, specimens.
• Handle mail, packages, and patient-related items professionally.
• Maintain logs and records of receipts, deliveries, and equipment maintenance.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Schedule: 6:30am-3:00pm

Position Summary

Receives, distributes, stores and expedites flow of supplies, equipment, mail and/or linen into and out of hospital complex and surrounding facilities. Operates hospital vehicle, delivers medical gases and enters information into materials management and/or mail computer systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive materials from vendors, verify accuracy and count, and route items to final destinations while maintaining related documentation.
• Respond to hospital staff inquiries about deliveries and shipments; expedite orders as needed.
• Maintain medical gas inventory according to required par levels and established schedules. Respond to routine and emergency requests for delivery and retrieval of gas cylinders.
• Pick up and deliver supplies, mail, equipment, specimens and other related items. Assist Receiving/Distribution personnel in loading and off-loading.
• Handle mail, packages, and patient-related items professionally and confidentially; interact courteously with staff and customers.
• Maintain logs and records of receipts, deliveries, equipment maintenance, and ensure work area is clean and safe.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A high school diploma or GED

Experience: A Minimum of 1 year of related work experience is required.