Supply Technician (Part-time | 24 Hours Per Week | Weekend Work)

Children's National Hospital

15h • $21 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The Supply Technician supports Supply Chain Distribution by accurately receiving, tracking, storing, replenishing, and distributing supplies and equipment. The role follows standard operating procedures for replenishment across organizational supply nodes, including pulling, cleaning, filling, receiving, and replenishing supply bins. It also supports the deployment and replenishment of patient-care equipment and medical code carts according to prescribed procedures and universal precautions.

The position maintains adequate inventory, identifies expired supplies, and keeps distribution areas and supply nodes clean, organized, and safe. The technician responds to STAT supply requests, communicates supply interruptions and equipment issues, and coordinates with clinical end users and the Supply Chain Distribution team. The role also uses supply-management technology and an enterprise resource system, supports inventory counts, and performs other responsibilities as requested by a supervisor, coordinator, team lead, or department head.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of related, progressive experience in supply chain distribution in a health care environment.
• Ability to meet the physical demands associated with supply replenishment and equipment deployment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Ability to perform basic functions on a handheld device, with appropriate training.
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and cooperation in serving direct and indirect customers.
• Ability to maintain clear communication with departmental management, clinical staff, and end users.

Responsibilities

• Follow standard operating procedures for replenishing supply nodes, including regularly checking, pulling, cleaning, filling, and receiving supply bins.
• Maintain adequate and accurate supply levels, respond to changes in demand, and keep STAT and mission-critical items appropriately stocked.
• Perform bin staging and keep staging areas clean and organized.
• Deliver STAT items and special requests to end users and assist with over-the-counter issues.
• Use supply-management technology and the enterprise resource system accurately and in accordance with procedures.
• Physically count on-hand supplies when required to maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Communicate stockouts, substitutions, supply interruptions, and backorders to clinical end users and departmental management.
• Keep distribution areas and supply nodes clean, organized, and safe in accordance with Supply Chain and Infection Control policies, including applicable PPE standards.
• Identify supply-node maintenance needs and perform maintenance such as replacing, labeling, and reorganizing bins.
• Check for and remove expired or outdated supplies and rotate supplies in clinical storage locations.
• Store, clean, track, and deploy medical equipment; identify equipment requiring cleaning, repair, or maintenance and communicate those needs.
• Maintain and deliver medical code carts according to organizational procedures and respond to code cart calls promptly.
• Inspect clinical supply storage locations for misplaced items, trash, and product wrappers, and maintain a clean work environment.
• Identify inaccurate shelf labels and report when labels need updating or replacement.
• Maintain clear communication between clinical end users and the Supply Chain Distribution team.
• Assist with answering phone calls and responding to the organization's “I Need It” application.
• Meet productivity standards by completing scheduled work within the allotted timeframe and demonstrating competency in job skills and knowledge.
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by a supervisor, coordinator, team lead, or department head.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• 401(k) plan.
• Healthcare and dependent-care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Fitness resources.
• Employee assistance.
• Commuter benefits.

What This Job Offers

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