MATERIALS ASSOCIATE II

Covenant Health; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System is seeking a Materials Associate to support supply distribution with the Manager of Materials Distribution. You will use the MMIS to perform tasks and ensure timely, high-quality supply delivery to hospital departments.

Responsibilities include cart replenishment, stock issue entry, operating room supply handling, and training peers on materials management practices; strong accuracy and teamwork are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Count and replenish par level supply carts using handheld computers and the MMIS.
• Enter stock issues and direct patient charges into the MMIS.
• Provide stock labeling assistance as directed.
• Restock operating rooms and deliver case supplies to the O/R.
• Deliver orders and shipments to end user departments as assigned.
• Reconcile patient charges and issues using the MMIS.
• Aid in cycle count and physical inventory processes as directed.
• Perform equipment-tracking functions using equipment management software.
• Count and replenish stock on code carts and isolation carts.
• Provide training to peer staff on par management and handheld technologies.

Job description

Overview

Materials Associate

Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Day Shift

Morristown-Hamblen Overview:

Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare Systemis a 170-bed hospital serving an eight-county region in East Tennessee’s Lakeway Area. The facility includes more than 20 emergency suites, advanced laboratories, radiology, and therapy services, and a Breast Imaging CenterofExcellence for mammograms, biopsies, and nurse navigation. The Women’s Center features six modern labor and delivery suites and a secure nursery for newborn care. Withstate-of-the-arttechnology and a dedicated team, Morristown-Hamblen provides exceptional, patient-focused care close to home.To meet the needs of our growing community, we continue to develop services, attract new physicians, and embrace innovation, all to promote an improved quality of life.

Position Summary:

Works under the general supervision of the Manager of Materials Distribution to provide supply distribution services to assigned customers. Uses the Materials Management Information System to accomplish assigned tasks. Performs all duties necessary to ensure that the supply needs of the hospital are met in a timely and high quality manner.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for counting and replenishing par level supply carts using the handheld computers and the MMIS.
• Responsible for entering stock issues and direct patient charges into the MMIS.
• Provides stock labeling assistance as directed.
• Responsible for restocking the operating rooms and delivering case supplies to the O/R
• Delivers orders and shipments to end user departments as assigned.
• Reconciles patient charges and issues using the MMIS.
• Required to aid in the cycle count and physical inventory processes as directed.
• Performs equipment-tracking functions using equipment management software.
• Responsible for counting and replenishing stock on code carts and isolation carts.
• Provides training and education to peer staff on topics such as par management, use of handheld technologies, and patient charging.
• Responsible for professional communications with customers and support personnel via telephone or in person.
• Replenishes surgical case carts as assigned.
• Cleans and decontaminates patient rental equipment according to policy guidelines.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

None specified; will accept any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. Preference may be given to individuals possessing a HS diploma or GED.

Minimum Experience:

None

Licensure Requirement:

None