PART TIME SUPPLY/LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN - IEMS

HHC•Indianapolis, IN

43d

About The Position

The Supply/Logistics Technician creates requisitions and receives, stores, maintains, and distributes equipment, supplies, paperwork, and pharmaceuticals used by Indianapolis EMS (IEMS), Eskenazi Health, and other supported agencies. The role also supports EMS vehicle readiness, equipment maintenance, inventory management, and deliveries throughout Marion County. The employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader and may assume unit leader responsibilities when working without direct supervision. This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Mandatory overtime may be required to support events in Indiana, including disasters, mass casualty events, events of national significance, events with anticipated attendance greater than 150,000 people, the Indianapolis 500, and the 500 Festival Parade. Duties are performed indoors and outdoors, including in an active warehouse and garage, and may involve severe weather, unexpected hazards, and work at locations remote from IEMS headquarters or the hospital campus.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Valid driver's license and continued compliance with the IEMS driver eligibility policy.
Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
American Health Association CPR Certification, or obtain it within 30 days of hire.
NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800, or obtain them within 30 days of hire.
Continuing education to maintain all required certifications.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Hearing must be correctable to age-normal hearing.
Ability to use current computer and information technology software and hardware.
Mechanical aptitude for conducting equipment maintenance checks and detecting mechanical malfunctions in EMS equipment and vehicles.
Knowledge and ability to communicate using email, a two-way radio, and a cellular phone.
Knowledge of Indiana EMS Rules and Regulations concerning equipment and supplies required for ambulance certification.
Ability to use age-appropriate communication skills.
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods and walk for extended periods.
Ability to work in tight-fitting protective equipment and properly use all assigned protective equipment.
Ability to lift 75 pounds without assistance and carry EMS-related items.
Ability to frequently kneel, stoop, bend, reach above the shoulders, and operate vehicles.
One year of previous experience in one of the following areas: First Responder or EMT, warehouse, medical supply distribution system, or healthcare equipment repair is preferred.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a First Responder or EMT, in a warehouse, in a medical supply distribution system, or in healthcare equipment repair.

Responsibilities

Create requisitions and receive, store, and distribute hospital supplies, equipment, and pharmaceuticals used by IEMS.
Retrieve and deliver hospital-related items to Eskenazi-related sites as directed.
Package, record, and deliver materials requisitioned by IEMS units and other supported agencies throughout Marion County.
Inspect, clean, and maintain assigned EMS Supply vehicles, including vehicle inventory, fluids, and emergency accessories.
Retrieve paperwork from satellite EMS locations and deliver it to the appropriate location.
Retrieve, inspect, and clean IEMS equipment from area hospitals; return broken equipment to service or deliver it to the appropriate repair facility.
Maintain preventative maintenance schedules for equipment.
Maintain radio contact with dispatch, keep the issued cell phone and pager available, promptly return missed calls, and prepare required job-related reports and documentation.
Maintain a safe and clean work area and follow safe working practices, including safe operation of IEMS vehicles.
Help maintain EMS equipment inventory so additional stocked and fully equipped ambulances are immediately available when required.
Maintain EMS supply warehouse par levels and rotate inventory.
Assist with care and maintenance of the reserve ambulance fleet, including inspecting returned vehicles, cleaning, stocking, fueling, checking fluid levels, and checking ambulance accessories.
Participate in educational programs and meetings.
Assume assigned responsibility as unit leader when working without direct supervision.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
Maintain patient and family confidentiality and protect health information in accordance with HIPAA privacy guidelines and regulations.
Maintain confidentiality of vendor agreements and contracts.