Materials Associate

South Shore Health • Weymouth, MA

10d • $18 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Materials Associate, under general supervision of the Materials Supervisor, follows established procedures to support the daily materials-related operations of SSH. The associate will be proficient in all areas of materials to include: equipment, supply, linen, receiving and distribution. The associate will represent the department in a positive and professional manner. Maintains records of assignments, service requests, and delivery verification.

Requirements

• Requires at least 1 year of stock, inventory or receiving experience with knowledge of medical supplies and equipment.
• PC - electronic experience required.
• Basic computer program skills (word, excel, etc.).
• Read and write English.
• Customer service oriented.
• Excellent telephone skills.
• Basic mathematical and communication skills.
• Ability to work with automated systems and devices.
• Ability to communicate effectively to others.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and to pull/push carts or equipment weighing up to 150 pounds and remain on feet 80% of work time.

Nice To Haves

• Other support services experience a plus.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains appropriate documentation and participates in process improvements and quality improvement programs.
• Embraces technology solutions for work practice and processes. Utilize information systems, telecom services, and office equipment to maximize efficiencies and levels of support given to the assigned area.
• Fosters a "Culture of Safety" through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
• Delivers, retrieves, and tracks equipment.
• Maintains equipment (clean and service as required) to ensure compliance with SMDA and JCAHO regulations.
• Supports medical surgical supply program for designated patient care areas.
• Responds to emergency supply and equipment requests.
• General receiving and distribution functions.
• Provides support to mail services and copy center as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates in continued learning and possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization.
• Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.

Benefits

• South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED