Material Handler - Kootenai Health

Material Handler     

Job Code: 28269    

Position Summary

Responsible for receiving, unpacking, taking inventory, and stocking inbound medical and non-medical freight for the organization. Selects, distributes, issues, stocks, inventories, and/or processes returns for medical and non-medical supplies in support of assigned inpatient and outpatient departments. Follows applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidance and safety requirements for working in both a hospital and warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

•    Receives inbound packages and processes for receipt in accordance with applicable policies 

•    Packs and/or crates products and materials for outbound shipping, selecting the most economical shipping method in accordance with published freight policies

•    Fills orders and requisitions in support of assigned departments

•    Performs inventory of medical and non-medical supplies as required per organizational policy

•    Recommends updates to inventory locations, to include adding/deleting/changing locations and/or adjusting stocking levels

•    Follows department and organization policies when working in sterile departments/areas

•    Utilizes First-In-First-Out (FIFO) inventory management concepts and tracks supply outdates in assigned inventory locations

•    Cleans and replenishes assigned Procedural Trays and Carts (excluding Case Carts)

•    Possesses ability to learn/leverage Supply Chain technology solutions, to include ERP, bar code scanners, Mobile Supply Chain applications, and/or other technology as necessary

•    Displays ability to professionally communicates via phone and/or in person with staff and vendors to provide exceptional customer service

•    Understands and adheres to policies and follows acceptable Hospital Supply Chain practices

•    Performs other related duties as assigned

•    Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function

•    Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field

•    Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

•    Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

•    High School diploma or equivalent preferred

•    Complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration manual and electric pallet jack certification within 90 days of hire

Working Conditions

•    Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs

•    Pushing with mechanical assistance heavy equipment and supplies up to 1000 pounds

•    Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position

•    Must be able to stoop, crouch or bend

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