Materials Technician

Socket.dev; Coalinga (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Materials Technician to support the Materials Manager in stocking, labeling and reconciling charged items for medical supplies. You will assist with entering daily charges and ensuring accurate charging for supplies, services and procedures.

The role emphasizes accurate inventory control, attention to detail and adherence to hospital policies. Two years of Materials Technician experience and a high school diploma are preferred, with a flexible full-time/part-time/per diem

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience as a Materials Technician.
• Experience in Materials and Central Supply within a hospital preferred.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist as directed by Materials Manager in stocking, labeling and lost charge reconciliations of medical supplies.
• Reconcile daily charges to supplies used.
• Assist as needed in entering daily charges the Materials Technician is responsible for monitoring and managing all supplies and assuring accurate charging for supplies, services, procedures, etc.

Skills

Materials handling

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

POSITION TITLE: Materials Technician

DEPARTMENT: Materials

EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: Materials Manager

SUPERVISES:

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Part-time, or Per Diem

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

This job description is a record of the essential functions of the listed job. The job description provides the employee, CEO, Human Resources, applicants and other agencies with a clear understanding of the job, where it fits into the organization, and the skill and work requirements in relation to other jobs. Jobs are always changing to some degree and the existence of the approved job description is not intended to limit normal change and growth. The facility will make reasonable accommodations to otherwise qualified individuals who are capable of performing the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

POPULATION SERVED

The position does not involve patient care. Age specific experience and/or special training and/or expertise are not required to serve this population.

POSITION SUMMARY

Assist as directed by Materials Manager in stocking, labeling and lost charge reconciliations of medical supplies. Reconcile daily charges to supplies used. Assist as needed in entering daily charges the Materials Technician is responsible for monitoring and managing all supplies and assuring accurate charging for supplies, services, procedures, etc.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Two (2) years of experience as a Materials Technician. Experience in Materials and Central Supply within a hospital preferred. High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

DEMANDS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK, EQUIPMENT USAGE, AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

PERCENTAGE OF WORK TIME 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

• Standing/Walking 67-100%
• Sitting 1-33%
• Twisting 1-33%
• Lifting/Carrying 1-33%
• Pushing/Pulling 1-33%
• Climbing (Ascending/descending) 1-33%
• Bending/Stooping 1-33%
• Using arm muscles frequently or for extended periods 1-33%
• Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods 1-33%
• Using back muscles frequently or for extended periods 1-33%

LIFTING REQUIREMENTS – Individuals in patient care positions are required to lift a patient with or without assistance.

• 2-10 Pounds 34-66%
• 11-20 Pounds 34-66%
• 21-30 Pounds 1-33%
• 31-40 Pounds 1-33%
• 41-50 Pounds 1-33%
• 51 Pounds or More 1-33%

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Working in hot, cold, wet surroundings 1-33%
• Working outdoors 1-33%
• Working with or near chemicals 1-33%
• Working near radiation sources 1-33%
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases 1-33%
• Working with hazardous waste materials 1-33%
• Utilizing essential upgraded or adaptive equipment as industry standards require 1-33%
• Using hand tools 1-33%
• Potential for cuts and bruises 1-33%

EXCHANGE OF IDEAS

• Ability to express or exchange ideas 67-100%
• Ability to understand communication of others with or without adaptive devices 67-100%
• Ability to perform basic math 67-100%
• Ability to read at an elementary level 67-100%

Requirements

WORKPLACE BEHAVIORS

I. RESULTS ORIENTATION

Meets current objectives and positions the organization for future growth. Completes daily tasks and assignments and processes large volumes of work associated with the operation of the department.

II. SOCIAL SENSITIVITY

Builds positive relationships based on respect for others. Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude. Maintains effective communication with peers, medical staff, patients, visitors, and families.

III. QUALITY OUTCOMES

Meets and exceeds expectations of internal and external customers. All organizational and departmental standards regarding quality of performance are met. Demonstrates a strong commitment to confidentiality. Participates in quality improvement programs as directed.

IV. SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Demonstrates an awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the facility with an emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working in the facility.

• A. Accident/Injury Reporting – Reports any accidents, injuries, and unsafe equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift and reports any pre-existing conditions as identified by the ADA.
• B. Unsafe Conditions – Immediately reports and corrects, if possible, unsafe conditions or equipment.
• C. Workplace Standards – Compiles with relevant regulations, standards and policies governing safe workplace environment (OSHA, Accreditation, etc.)
• D. Safety Techniques – Maintains current knowledge of all aspects of the facility’s safety program by attending safety-related training as mandated upon hire and thereafter as required by facility.
• E. Modified Work – Accepts modified work assignments after receiving the physician’s release to return to work following an accident/ injury.
• F. Follows Prescribed/Recommended Treatment – Follows the prescribed/recommended treatment given by treating physician(s) after an accident/injury.

V. EDUCATION

Participates in required in-services and educational programs on an ongoing basis.

VI. ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY

Follows all facility guidelines outlining standards of attendance and punctuality. Responsible for reporting to and completing work at assigned times.

UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS

Universal precautions will be observed in order to prevent contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body fluid types is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious materials. All blood or other potentially infectious materials will be considered infectious regardless of the status. The category shown below is designed to communicate the risk of exposure for this particular position.

? Category I

Tasks involve light contact with moist body substances, non-intact skin or mucous membranes. Department procedures define and require use of minimum protective measures to perform the task.

? Category II

Tasks involve no contact with moist body substances, non-intact skin or mucous membranes; however, employment may require performing unplanned Category I task. Appropriate protective measures are readily available.

? Category III

Tasks of employment involve no contact with moist body substance, non-intact skin or mucous membranes.

The employee must have the ability to perform essential functions without posing a “direct threat” in the workplace.