Materials Associate II
About The Position
This position works under the general supervision of the Manager of Materials Distribution to provide supply distribution services to assigned customers. The associate will use the Materials Management Information System (MMIS) to accomplish assigned tasks and perform all duties necessary to ensure that the supply needs of the hospital are met in a timely and high-quality manner. Parkwest Medical Center is Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, known for its world-class cardiac expertise and compassionate, community-centered care. It is consistently ranked among Tennessee's top hospitals and earns national recognition for its services.
Requirements
- Ability to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill, and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
- No prior work experience required.
Nice To Haves
- HS diploma or GED may be preferred.
Responsibilities
- Counting and replenishing par level supply carts using handheld computers and the MMIS.
- Entering stock issues and direct patient charges into the MMIS.
- Providing stock labeling assistance as directed.
- Restocking the operating rooms and delivering case supplies to the O/R.
- Delivering orders and shipments to end-user departments as assigned.
- Reconciling patient charges and issues using the MMIS.
- Assisting in cycle count and physical inventory processes as directed.
- Performing equipment-tracking functions using equipment management software.
- Counting and replenishing stock on code carts and isolation carts.
- Providing training and education to peer staff on topics such as par management, use of handheld technologies, and patient charging.
- Performing professional communications with customers and support personnel via telephone or in person.
- Replenishing surgical case carts as assigned.
- Cleaning and decontaminating patient rental equipment according to policy guidelines.
- Following policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Completing required education assignments annually.
- Working toward achieving goals and objectives, and participating in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
- Performing other duties as assigned or requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
