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Distribution Technician II

Newton-Wellesley Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Newton
2014 Washington Street (Show on map)
Nov 25, 2024
Description ====================================================================== NEWTON-WELLESLEY HOSPITAL CRITERIA BASED JOB DESCRIPTION ====================================================================== SECTION I. JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE: Distribution Technician II HR ID# 01-8334-000103 DEPARTMENT: Distribution REPORTS TO: Operations Supervisor DATE DESCRIPTION LAST REVISED/APPROVED: 2/24 JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our Materials Management Department as a Distribution Tech. The primary responsibility of this role is to ensure efficient stocking, replenishment, and organization of supplies and materials throughout the hospital. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Qualifications PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Indicate key areas of responsibility, major job duties, special projects and key objectives for this position. These items should be evaluated throughout the year and included in the written annual evaluation. Main Tasks: Performs logistics functions, including replenishment of assigned nursing units and patient care areas. Stock unit supply and equipment storage areas and medication rooms on a daily basis as well as maintain the overall organization and cleanliness of the areas. Cleans and inspects equipment according to department and hospital guidelines, including use of iphone and Filemaker applications. Checks for expiration dating on supplies and equipment preventative maintenance and remove affected product and equipment as required. Assist vendor truck driver with the loading and unloading of supply carts. Provide feedback to Inventory Specialist regarding par level adjustments, removal of product and addition of supplies or equipment via email. Perform cart maintenance tasks as needed. Replace/add labels and bins; and/or reorganize carts due to par level adjustments and/or reconfiguring of carts. Complete any and all required documentation, i.e. assignment sheets, checklist, stat room requisitions, expiration date checking, repair or maintenance request tag, return authorization (RGA) forms, clean supply room auditing checklist, and time sheets according to department policies and procedures. Provides customer service support to end users and staff members regarding product location, delivery and returns. Performs product conversions, adds and recalls as directed by Leadership Team. Report discrepancies, problems or questions to Leadership Team related to the acquisition and distribution process such as stock outs and backorders. Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and compliance of the office, hallways and dock. Exercise appropriate body mechanics when moving a cart. Whenever possible, push rather than pull the delivery carts. Do not use a broken cart, stop and ask for help to move the supplies to another cart. Tag the broken delivery cart and notify your supervisor so the cart can be repaired. Follows Hospital, JCAHO and DPH guidelines and procedures. Responsible for the receipt and delivery of bulk medications from vendors to the pharmacy or nursing units. Materials Management employees will have access to medication/supply rooms while performing job duties such as, but not limited to the following: Replenishing/Replacing Linen Carts, Delivering/Removing Oxygen Tanks, Placing/Stocking Supply orders. Performs other duties as assigned. SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Must be realistic, objective, measurable and related to essential functions of this job. High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred. Able to communicate in English. Knowledge of MicroSoft Outlook, Excel and Word. Keyboarding skills or experience with hand held computer technology preferred. Ability to learn internal systems/programs such as PeopleSoft/Workday and Wits System. Must possess a positive attitude and ability to use sound reasoning in isolating a problem and reach a sound conclusion. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or REGISTRATIONS (if applicable): Specify minimum credentials and clearly indicate if preferred or required N/A EDUCATION: Specify minimum education and clearly indicate if preferred or required High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred. EXPERIENCE: Specify minimum creditable years of experience and clearly indicate if preferred or required 2 years of experience preferred. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): List the number of FTEs supervised. N/A FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY (if applicable): Indicate financial "scope" information, i.e.: size of budget, volume, revenue, etc.; Indicate total physician/non-physician FTE scope N/A WORKING CONDITIONS: Describe the conditions in which the work is performed. Standing/walking most of the 8-10 hours shift. Lifting/carrying up to 40 lbs. under ideal safe lifting conditions as specified by NIOSH lifting equations Pushing/pulling force. 33 lbs. initial force 13 lbs. sustained force. APPROVAL: Department Mgr. :____________ Title: Manager, Materials Services Date: ________ Department Sr.Mgr.: ___________Title: Senior Manager, Materials Services Date: _______ The above is intended to describe the general contents and requirements of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or skills of personnel so classified. EEO Statement Newton-Wellesley Hospital will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active military status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Primary Location : MA-Newton-NWH Main Campus Work Locations : NWH Main Campus 2014 Washington Street Newton 02462 Job : Purchasing/Materials Mgmt-Other Organization : Newton-Wellesley Hospital(NWH) Schedule : Part-time Standard Hours : 20 Shift : Night Job Employee Status : Regular Recruiting Department : NWH Storeroom Job Posting : Oct 23, 2024