MATERIALS HANDLER

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work

Generous PTO

Medical plans

401K with match

Student loan program

Career development

Job summary

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is seeking a Materials Handler to manage stock supplies and distribute materials in the Supply Chain Department. This role ensures timely delivery of items and accurate inventory control to support hospital operations.

Applicants should have a High School diploma and prior experience in medical supplies distribution, plus a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous distribution of medical supplies preferred.
• Driving delivery/medical transport experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Materials Handler controls stock supplies inventory.
• Distributes materials and equipment received and/or stored in Supply Chain Department.
• Supports hospital operations with timely delivery and accurate inventory control.

Skills

Independence

Computer/keyboard skills

Medical terminology

Adaptability

Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Effective communications

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has just released the 2023-2024 ratings and rankings, in which GW Hospital is recognized as a Best Regional Hospital. GW ranks 5th in the region, which includes hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia.

GW Hospital achieved "High Performing" status in two specialty areas, Neurologyand Neuroscience.

In addition, GW Hospital receiving “High Performing” designations for the following 10 procedures: COPD, Diabetes, Heart Attack, Heart Failure, Kidney Failure, Leukemia, Lymphoma and Myeloma, Lung Cancer Surgery, Pneumonia, Prostrate Cancer Surgery and Stroke.

Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, "High Performing" is a designation U.S. News & World Report bestows to recognize performance in these specialties that is significantly better than the national average. GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023. *GW Hospital is the only hospital in Washington, D.C., to be recognized for this service line.

Children’s National Hospital, GW Hospital’s NICU partner, was recently ranked the number two hospital in the country for neonatology by U.S. News & World Report. In addition to these recent U.S. News & World Report recognitions, GW Hospital also provides high-quality care in the region through its designation as a Level I Trauma Center and designation as a Comprehensive Stroke Center.

The mission of GWU Hospital is to provide the highest quality of healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research

Website: www.gwuhospital.com

The Materials Handler controls the stock supplies inventory, and the distribution of materials and equipment received and/or stored in the Supply Chain Department.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.

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Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience:

• Previous experience in the distribution of medical supplies preferred
• Prior driving delivery and/or medical transport experience preferred
• Driving record with no moving violations

Skills:

• Demonstrates the ability to work independently
• Computer/keyboard skills required
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Experience with Micro Soft Office
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effective communications skills, both verbal and written

License / Certification:

• Must have a valid driver's license, and an acceptable driving record from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.