Central Distribution Technician - part-time

Meritus Health External • Hagerstown, MD

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About The Position

The Central Distribution Technician supports healthcare operations by ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of medical and surgical supplies throughout the facility. The role receives, inventories, and distributes supplies using computerized systems; delivers supplies and procedure trays to and from distribution centers and patient care areas; and maintains supply integrity through stock rotation and expiration-date checks. The technician also participates in cycle counts and inventory audits, communicates with team members and departments, and prioritizes work to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and customer satisfaction.

The position requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds. It also requires sustained attention to detail and concentration, with occasional exposure to temperature fluctuations and hazardous materials. The schedule is two days per week and every other weekend, with alternating split shifts of 6:30 AM–3:00 PM and 2:30 PM–11:00 PM.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Ability to perform frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to concentrate for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in supply chain distribution and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inventory, and distribute medical supplies using computerized systems.
• Deliver supplies and procedure trays to and from distribution centers and patient care areas.
• Rotate stock and check expiration dates to maintain supply integrity.
• Participate in weekly cycle counts and annual inventory audits.
• Communicate effectively with team members and departments to meet supply needs.
• Prioritize tasks and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid time off accruing from day one.
• 401(k) plan.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Eligible evening, night, or weekend shift differential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED