Materials Management Assistant

University of California - San Francisco; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF in Oakland is seeking a dedicated Materials Distribution Management team member to join as a HOSP AST 2 PD. You will play a crucial role delivering supplies to patient care areas, restocking essential items, and managing inventory to support clinical and non-clinical departments.

With a focus on detail and a fast-paced environment, you will collaborate with clinical staff to meet their supply needs. Prior experience in hospital materials management and familiarity with Oracle are

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent with two years related experience.
• Experience in hospital materials management or supply chain is preferred.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems and handheld scanners.
• Strong attention to detail in fast-paced hospital settings.
• Excellent communication with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver medical supplies to patient care areas in a timely, accurate manner.
• Restock PAR locations to maintain organized supply systems.
• Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries and managing inventory.
• Support medical gas management as required.
• Maintain accurate records for supply chain activities.
• Communicate with clinical staff to understand supply needs.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies related to supply chain.
• Assist with inventory audits and stock counts.
• Operate handheld scanners and inventory management systems.
• Provide coverage for other team members as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High School graduation and two years of related experience or equivalent

Tools

Oracle

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated individual to join our team as a Materials Management Assistant. In this role, you will play a crucial part in maintaining a smooth and efficient supply chain within the hospital. Your responsibilities will include delivering supplies to various patient care areas, restocking essential items, and assisting with the receiving and organization of deliveries. Additionally, you may be called upon to support medical gas management. This position requires a keen eye for detail, the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and effective communication with clinical staff. Prior experience in hospital materials management, supply chain, or logistics is highly advantageous, as is familiarity with inventory systems and handheld scanning devices. The ideal candidate will be physically capable of lifting and moving supplies to support daily operational needs.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated individual to join our Materials Distribution Management team as a HOSP AST 2 PD. In this role, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operation of hospital supply chain processes. Your responsibilities will include delivering supplies to patient care areas, restocking essential items, and managing inventory to support clinical and non-clinical departments. With a focus on detail and a fast-paced environment, you will collaborate closely with clinical staff to meet their supply needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver medical supplies to patient care areas, ensuring timely and accurate distribution.
• Restock PAR locations with essential items to maintain a well-organized supply system.
• Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries, managing inventory levels effectively.
• Support medical gas management as required, ensuring a safe and reliable supply.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all supply chain activities.
• Communicate and collaborate with clinical staff to understand their supply needs and provide excellent service.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to supply chain management.
• Assist with inventory audits and stock counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Operate handheld scanning devices and utilize inventory management systems efficiently.
• Provide coverage and support for other team members as needed, ensuring seamless operations

LIVING PRIDE STANDARDS

Service Excellence

• Demonstrates service excellence by following the Everyday PRIDE Guide with the UCSF Medical Center standards and expectations for communication and behavior. These standards and expectations convey specific behavior associated with the Medical Center's values: Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity and Excellence, and provide guidance on how we communicate with patients, visitors, faculty, staff, and students, virtually everyone, every day and with every encounter. These standards include, but are not limited to: personal appearance, acknowledging and greeting all patients and families, introductions using AIDET, managing up, service recovery, managing delays and expectations, phone standards, electronic communication, team work, cultural sensitivity and competency.
• Uses effective communication skills with patients and staff; demonstrates proper telephone techniques and etiquette; acts as an escort to any patient or family member needing directions; shows sensitivity to differences of culture; demonstrates a positive and supportive manner in which patients / families/ colleagues perceive interactions as positive and supportive. Exhibits team work skills to positively acknowledge and recognize other colleagues, and uses personal experiences to model and teach Living PRIDE standards.
• Exhibits tact and professionalism in difficult situations according to PRIDE Values and Practices
• Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to privacy, confidentiality, and security policies and procedures related to Protected Health Information (PHI) or other sensitive and personal information.
• Demonstrates an understanding of and adheres to safety and infection control policies and procedures.
• Assumes accountability for improving quality metrics associated with department/unit and meeting organizational/departmental targets.

Work Environment

• Keeps working areas neat, orderly and clutter-free, including the hallways.Adheres to cleaning processes and puts things back where they belong. Removes and reports broken equipment and furniture.
• Picks up and disposes of any litter found throughout entire facility.
• Posts flyers and posters in designated areas only; does not post on walls, doors or windows.
• Knows where the Environment of Care Manual is kept in department; corrects or reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate departments.
• Protects the physical environment and equipment from damage and theft.

OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.
• High School graduation and two years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Previous experience in hospital materials management, supply chain, or logistics is preferred.
• Familiarity with inventory management systems, such as Oracle, is an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with clinical staff and colleagues.
• Physical ability to lift and move supplies, with a commitment to supporting daily operational needs.
• Proficiency in using handheld scanning devices and willingness to learn new inventory management tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet deadlines.
• A flexible and adaptable approach to handle changing priorities and work demands.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work area.
• A commitment to patient-centered care and a passion for contributing to a positive patient experience.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Salary Information

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html