The Material Management Technician is responsible for the receipt, storage, and distribution of medical supplies and equipment throughout the facility. This role ensures that all materials are managed efficiently and accurately to support patient care and facility operations. The Material Management Technician collaborates with clinical and administrative staff to maintain adequate inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of supplies.
Schedule
Mondays and Wednesdays, 8AM-4:30PM.
Alternating Thursdays and Fridays each week.
Essential Functions
Receives, inspects, and verifies incoming shipments of medical supplies and equipment for accuracy and quality.
Stores supplies in designated locations according to established guidelines, maintaining a clean and organized inventory area.
Distributes supplies and equipment to departments as needed, ensuring timely delivery and availability.
Assists in maintaining accurate inventory records, conducting regular counts, and reconciling discrepancies.
Utilizes inventory management software to track supplies, update records, and generate reports.
Communicates with vendors regarding order status, discrepancies, or returns, coordinating with the purchasing department as necessary.
Monitors supply usage and initiates reorders to maintain adequate inventory levels, preventing shortages.
Follows safety protocols for handling, storing, and distributing medical supplies, ensuring compliance with OSHA and facility guidelines.
Provides support for special projects, equipment setup, and supply chain optimization as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in materials management, inventory control, or a related field required
1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of materials management, inventory control, and supply chain processes.
Proficiency in using inventory management software and standard office applications.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to lift and move heavy materials, as required for the role.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with clinical and administrative staff.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively to meet supply demands.
Knowledge of safety protocols related to handling medical supplies and equipment.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Natchez, MS
Industry
Healthcare Services
Company Size
10,000 employees or more
Year Founded
1985
Website
http://www.chs.net/
About Company
Community Health Systems, Inc. is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) 330 HRSA Grantee with Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) status. Established from the roots of Inland Empire Community Health Center in Bloomington, CHSI has grown with community health centers in the counties of Riverside, San Bernardino, and San Diego. These centers have been developed in accordance with standards established for safety net providers by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA), the Public Health Service (PHS), and the Bureau of Primary Health Care (BPHC).
As such, services are offered to the neediest in each community - the un-insured and under-insured, the working poor, those with limited ability to pay, the homeless, and the indigent. Services are provided at discounted (sliding fee scale) rates for those who qualify based on gross annual income and family size.
Skills
Communication Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Heavy Liftingunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Inventory Levelsunmatched
Inventory Managementunmatched
Inventory Management Softwareunmatched
Inventory Reportsunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Materials Managementunmatched
Medical Equipmentunmatched
Medical Productsunmatched
OSHAunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Patient Careunmatched
Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
Receiving Inspectionunmatched
Reconciliationunmatched
Record Keepingunmatched
Reporting Skillsunmatched
Supply Chainunmatched
Supply Chain Optimizationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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