Materials Handler

Materials Handler

A Materials Handler manages the inventory of medical supplies, equipment, and materials within a hospital or medical facility. The Materials Handler plays a crucial role in ensuring that the hospital or medical facility has the necessary supplies and equipment to provide high-quality care to patients. The team members in this role are extremely detail-oriented, organized, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Responsibilities

A Materials Handler demonstrates a commitment to accuracy, collaboration, organization, safety, and continuous improvement in the workplace. By modeling these behaviors, a Materials Handler can be very successful in the workplace not only in this role but by creating a workplace culture of excellence and efficiency for others as well.

• Be skilled in unloading and loading material within a hospital setting
• Ability to operate a fork and lift pallet Jack
• Perform visual inspections to ensure that materials meet the standard per the PO
• Use a computer-based tracking system
• Maintain good housekeeping and safety acumen
• Possess and use profound mechanical and troubleshooting skills

A Materials Handler will have the following skills and qualifications:

• Attention to detail: By paying close attention to the inventory levels, ensuring that supplies are tracked and recorded, and completing tasks accurately, a materials handler can set an example of how important attention to detail is.
• Collaborating with others: A materials handler can show leadership skills by working collaboratively with other staff members to ensure the necessary supplies and equipment are available.
• Maintaining organization: A materials handler can demonstrate the importance of maintaining an organized and efficient workplace by keeping the storage areas and supply rooms clean and organized.
• Adhering to safety protocols: By following all safety protocols related to handling and storing medical supplies and equipment, a materials handler can demonstrate the importance of safety in the workplace.
• Continuous improvement: A materials handler can show leadership by identifying opportunities for improvement and suggesting changes that can streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.

Years of Experience: Entry Level

Language Skills: Proficient in English, both verbally and written

Education Requirements: High School Diploma/GED

Experience: Previous hospital/medical supply experience preferred

Requirements

• Be able to continuously move/walk throughout the hospital for multiple hours
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a height of 5 feet
• Ability to stand for an extended period of time, stooping and bending at the waist
• Strong customer service background
• Strong organization and time management skills
• Ability to operate a phone
• Basic computer skills
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be able to pass a criminal background check
• Complete the occupational health process per the hospital's standards.