Materials Management Specialist

Owensboro Health; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a dedicated Linen Attendant to monitor, stock, prepare, and transport linens and uniforms for its departments. You will follow infection control guidelines when handling soiled items and operate laundry equipment per policies to ensure clean supplies are available on time.

Ideal candidates have at least 2 years of relevant experience preferred, with a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work under general supervision.
• Ability to perform in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Collects, sorts, washes, dries, mends, and folds linens and uniforms.
• Adheres to infection control guidelines when handling soiled items.
• Operates laundry equipment according to instructions and policies.
• Ensures timely delivery of supplies and maintains stock levels.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Stressful environment

General supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Weekend Requirements: Every Other | Work Hours: 5am-1:30 | Status: Full Time - 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Department: LinenJob Summary:Monitors, stocks, prepares, and transports supplies and/or equipment for assigned area(s) within the organization.Job Responsibilities:Collects, sorts, washes, dries, mends, and folds linens and uniforms.Adheres to infection control guidelines when handling soiled items.Operates all laundry equipment according to operating instructions and departmental policies.Ensures timely delivery of supplies and equipment as needed and requested.Monitors and maintains stock levels.Identifies, removes, and disposes of defective, damaged, and expired items.Responds rapidly and thoroughly to emergencies, special needs.Investigates and troubleshoots any inventory issues/problems.Maintains accurate tracking records for all inventory.Transfers and credits stock to department(s) in the inventory system.May be responsible for the operation of hydraulic lift, fork lift, and pallet jack.May be required to receive packages from loading dock and confirm receipts in the system via purchase order (PO) number.Skills and Attributes:Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.Works under general supervision.Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Applies more advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.Position Requirements:Work ExperienceA minimum of 2 years relevant experience preferredEducationHigh school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher preferredLicensure/Certification/RegistrationNo licensure/certification/registration requiredOrganizational Responsibilities:Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.Additional Job Information:This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description.The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.Standard ADA Settings:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands: (Clinical - Hospital)Standing: FrequentlyWalking: FrequentlySitting: OccasionallyLifting 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyLifting 25-75 lbs.: RarelyLifting over 75 lbs.: RarelyCarrying 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyCarrying 2575 lbs.: RarelyCarrying over 75 lbs.: RarelyPushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: FrequentlyPushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: FrequentlyClimbing: OccasionallyBending/Stooping: FrequentlyKneeling: OccasionallyCrouching/Crawling: OccasionallyReaching: FrequentlyTalking: FrequentlyHearing: FrequentlyRepetitive Foot/Leg Movements: RarelyRepetitive Hand/Arm Movements: FrequentlyKeyboard Data Entry: FrequentlyRunning: OccasionallyVision: Depth Perception: FrequentlyVision: Distinguish Color: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Far: FrequentlyVision: Seeing Near: FrequentlyHazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Low riskOwensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.