Medical Materials & Support Technician

Fairweather,-LL; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FEHB medical coverage

401(k) with 4% match

Disability and life insurance

EAP

Paid holidays

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Fairweather in Anchorage, Alaska is seeking a Medical Materials & Support Technician to ensure medications, equipment, and supplies flow to medical teams across remote sites.

This in-person role requires an EMS background, inventory control, case management support, patient transportation, and strict handling of controlled substances, with extended hours for flight schedules.

Qualifications

• EMS experience at EMT-III level or higher required.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies and EMS equipment.
• Experience with medical inventory, materials management or EMS logistics preferred.
• Ability to handle controlled substances with proper documentation.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day inventory of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, equipment, and kits.
• Receive, inspect, stock, and distribute medical materials.
• Coordinate shipping, receiving, and transportation to remote sites.
• Support case management and patient transportation as needed.
• Maintain inventory records and documentation.

Skills

EMS experience

Pharmaceutical handling

Inventory management

Logistics coordination

Documentation skills

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Driver's license

Job description

Overview

About Fairweather

Fairweather is a trusted service provider in Alaska, delivering specialized solutions in remote and Arctic environments. Our mission is to support operations with safety, integrity, and excellence. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, ensuring our employees are equipped with the tools and support needed for success.

Why You Should Work for Us

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative work culture
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• Commitment to employee safety and well-being

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Medical Coverage: Federal Employee Health Benefits (FEHB) plans, including medical, dental, and vision
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) up to 4% company match.
• Insurance: Short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and voluntary supplemental coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free counseling and support services
• Paid Holidays
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and dependent care options

Medical Materials & Support Technician

Fairweather is seeking a Medical Materials & Support Technician to support our Medical Services team in Anchorage. This position plays a critical role in ensuring our medical teams have the medications, equipment, supplies, and logistical support needed to provide medical services throughout Alaska.

This is not a traditional warehouse position. The Medical Materials & Support Technician must have an EMS background and strong working knowledge of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and equipment. The position is responsible for medical inventory and materials management while also providing case management, patient, transportation, and logistical support to the Medical Services team.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Materials & Inventory

• Manage day-to-day inventory of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, equipment, and medical kits.
• Maintain accurate inventory levels and ensure critical supplies are available for clinics, field projects, and medical personnel.
• Monitor medication and supply expiration dates, usage, minimum stock levels, and replenishment needs.
• Receive, inspect, organize, stock, and distribute medical supplies and equipment.
• Prepare, stock, and maintain medical kits for remote projects and field medical personnel.
• Assist with ordering and replenishment of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain an organized, secure, clean, and inspection-ready medical materials and warehouse area.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, and coordination of medical materials moving to and from remote locations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and associated documentation.

Pharmaceutical & Controlled Substance Support

• Maintain pharmaceutical inventory and assist with medication ordering, receiving, storage, distribution, and expiration tracking.
• Safely handle and maintain appropriate documentation for controlled substances and narcotics in accordance with company procedures and applicable requirements.
• Maintain appropriate security, accountability, and chain-of-custody documentation for controlled medications.
• Work closely with medical providers and the Medical Services team to ensure appropriate medications and supplies are available for field operations.

Medical & Case Management Support

• Assist the Medical Services team with case management support and coordination as needed.
• Provide transportation or escort assistance for patients who need to be evaluated at an emergency department, clinic, or other medical facility.
• Assist with transportation to medical appointments when appropriate.
• Communicate and coordinate with members of the medical team regarding patient transportation and other logistical needs.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and appropriately handle protected and sensitive medical information.
• Provide EMS support within the individual's certification, training, and authorized scope when needed.

Logistics & General Support

• Pick up and deliver supplies, medications, equipment, documents, and other materials from clients, airports, medical facilities, vendors, and other locations throughout Anchorage.
• Assist with airport pickups and deliveries associated with remote medical operations and personnel.
• Pick up and distribute mail and packages.
• Run department errands and assist with time-sensitive medical and operational needs.
• Load and unload medical supplies and equipment.
• Prepare materials and equipment for project mobilizations and demobilizations.
• Work collaboratively with medical providers, Medical Services staff, clients, vendors, and other Fairweather departments.

Required Qualifications

• EMT-III or higher EMS experience required.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals, medication handling, medical supplies, and EMS equipment required.
• Experience with medical inventory, materials management, EMS logistics, pharmacy support, or a related environment strongly preferred.
• Ability to safely handle controlled substances and narcotics and follow required security, documentation, and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Strong computer and documentation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately manage inventory and identify discrepancies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and appropriately handle sensitive medical information.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize competing needs, and respond appropriately to time-sensitive requests.
• Must be dependable and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary medical team.

Schedule & Availability

This is an in-person position based in Anchorage, Alaska. Regular and reliable onsite attendance is required. This is not a remote or hybrid position.

Because Fairweather supports remote medical operations and flight schedules throughout Alaska, this position requires flexibility beyond traditional business hours. The Medical Materials & Support Technician must be willing and able to:

• Work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays when required.
• Participate in an on-call rotation.
• Respond to after-hours flight schedules, patient needs, and other time-sensitive Medical Services requirements.
• Adjust work hours when necessary to support project mobilizations, demobilizations, and changing operational needs.

Physical Requirements

This is an active position involving medical materials management, driving, deliveries, and warehouse activities. The employee must be able to:

• Regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, twist, kneel, squat, reach, push, and pull.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Safely load and unload medical supplies, equipment, and materials.
• Move medical kits, boxes, equipment, and other materials throughout the workday.
• Safely perform the physical duties associated with inventory management, shipping and receiving, deliveries, and project mobilizations.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is an experienced EMS professional who is exceptionally organized and understands that accurate medical inventory management is critical to patient care. They are comfortable working with pharmaceuticals and controlled substances, take ownership of inventory accuracy, and are willing to step in wherever needed to support the Medical Services team.

This position is well suited for someone who enjoys the medical field but also enjoys logistics, organization, problem-solving, and hands-on work. The successful candidate will be dependable, flexible, detail-oriented, and comfortable supporting everything from medical inventory and remote project mobilizations to patient transportation and after-hours flight needs.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:Fairweather's business philosophy and practice is to provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

PREFERENCE STATEMENT:Fairweather grants preference to qualified Doyon Shareholders first, and second to qualified shareholders of other Alaska Native corporations that grant a similar preference in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.

Fairweather is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments

A review of this position has excluded marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.