Materials Technician I - Hospital Supply & Pyxis

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 26,573 - 35,638; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA, is seeking a Materials Technician to manage supply chain activities across hospital departments, ensuring stocked items meet patient care needs. You will operate Pyxis and Lawson MMIS, conduct inventory, and support clinical staff with timely deliveries.

The role requires 1+ year(s) of materials experience, strong communication, and the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. Minimum requirements include GED/HiSET and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with nursing, physicians, and other members of the health care team in a courteous and effective manner
• Technological aptitude to work with automated supply stations and hand-held technology, and basic computer skills and excellent math skills required
• GED or HiSET (Required)
• Driver License – OtherOtherOther

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of the Lawson MMIS, Lawson Cart Profiles, hand-held technology, and Pyxis Supply Automation System
• Initiates the stock replenishment process, orders goods, and handles re-stocking of supplies
• Selects orders utilizing the Lawson MMIS locator system, and efficiently delivers orders with respect to the sensitivity of the patient care environment
• Verifies accuracy of items received, inspects packaging to ensure sterility and integrity, and handles all inventory in a safe manner. Stores all equipment and supplies in designated location, and checks & rotates all dated material
• Follows event-related sterility policy for handling patient care equipment and rotation of dated supplies
• Builds and maintains the Pyxis inventory master item list for area of responsibility. Ensures that service codes within the Charge Description Master (CDM) are accurately reflected within the Lawson MMIS and Pyxis system
• Train newly hired personnel on the various responsibilities of the Materials Technician position, including the correct use of the Pyxis automated supply station, hand-held inventory technology and the Lawson MMIS
• Maintains an inventory of patient care equipment to ensure availability for clinical service areas
• Assists in performing weekly cycle counts in the service areas, monthly cycle counts in the Distribution Center, and semi-annual physical inventory
• Adds and/or deletes items based on utilization needs in clinical areas. Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition in accordance with hospital departmental policies and guidelines

Skills

Communication skills

Tech aptitude

Math skills

Education

GED or HiSET

Tools

Pyxis

Lawson MMIS

Job description

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA, is seeking a Materials Technician to manage supply chain activities across hospital departments, ensuring stocked items meet patient care needs. You will operate Pyxis and Lawson MMIS, conduct inventory, and support clinical staff with timely deliveries.

The role requires 1+ year(s) of materials experience, strong communication, and the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. Minimum requirements include GED/HiSET and a valid driver's license.