Materials Tech

Ardent Health Services; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Athens, TX, is seeking a day-shift, full-time Materials Technician. You will support daily operations, manage inventory, and ensure compliance and patient safety in a healthcare environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 1+ years in warehouse, inventory, or customer service, plus strong communication skills and teamwork. Join a team focused on quality care and reliable supply management.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of related warehouse, inventory, or customer service experience.
• Preferred: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred: Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work in a professional, multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrates initiative, dependability, and flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to review information and take action.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily support operations, including inventory management and control.
• Follows policies and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Initiative

Dependability

Flexibility

Ability to review information and take

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Materials Technician in Athens, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and acute stroke ready facility; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit radiation therapy center; and a stand‑alone ED in Gun Barrel City.

Responsibilities

The Materials Tech coordinates and assists with the daily support operations, including inventory management and control. Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1+ years of related warehouse, inventory, or customer service experience.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel).
• Ability to work in a professional, multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrates initiative, dependability, and flexibility to work in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to review information and take action.