Material Handler (Full-Time)

At Ashe Memorial Hospital, we are driven by our Mission Statement, "To meet the needs of the community by delivering patient-centered, high quality health care."
Ashe Memorial Hospital is proud to be Voted Ashe's Best Place to Work 2022. Come be a part of our dynamic team; you'll join Ashe's 2022 Best Hospital, Best Surgeon, Best Physician, Best Nurse Practitioner, Best Nurse, and Best Medical Practice! This is your opportunity to make a large difference in a small community!
Hours: 1st Shift: Monday - Friday, general business hours, Full-Time | No Supervisory Responsibilities | No Travel | Pay commensurate with experience
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for distribution of stock to sub stock areas and determining par level for stock. Responsible for processing of patient charges to include lost charges. Responsible to maintain General Stores (GS) and all sub stock areas in a clean and orderly manner. Responsible for receiving.
Minimum Job Qualifications:
Experience: Previous experience preferred.
License/Certifications: None.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Properly distributes all materials to designated locations in General Stores (GS).
2. Properly distributes all materials to designated locations in all sub stock areas.
3. Assures stock is being rotated and dated items checked for out of dates as scheduled.
4. Interfaces with Department Leader at the user departments to determine need of additions or deletions in relation to par level system.
5. Makes corrections, deletions and adjustments to quantities of materials stocked in relation to the PAR level replenishment systems throughout the facilities sub stock areas. 95% of the time.
6. Schedules replenish delivery assignments for various sub stock areas to ensure that the proper quantity of materials is delivered at the proper time, 95% of the time.
7. Forwards information pertaining to critical back-order situations to the Inventory Control Clerk, Purchasing Agent, or Materials Manager.
8. Processes department returns from department to GS within shift returned to GS.
9. Maintains all equipment utilized in transporting materials in a manner that ensures reliable and safe operation.
10. Demonstrates knowledge of the overall scope of the Materials Management functions.
11. Requires minimal supervision in performance of job duties.
12. Processes patient chargeable items in accordance with Hospital Policy including designated time schedule of department 98% of the time.
13. Completes duties in a time efficient manner 95% of the time.
14. Understands how to prioritize responsibilities to ensure completion of duties.
15. Assist Inventory Control Clerk in instances where quantity discrepancies exist between stock quantities/computer and manual inventory counts.
16. Demonstrates knowledge of Facility Disaster, Safety, Infection Control and Haz-Com policies.
17. Demonstrates ability to supervise self in absence of Material Manager, using chain of command when necessary.
18. Demonstrates knowledge to follow Department policy and procedure during downtime of computerized system.
19. Helps to complete tasks in the materials function that are not within job description as assigned by Material Manager. Renders self-available when responsibilities have been met to assist in areas that may require assistance within the materials function.
20. Adheres to the HIPPA and privacy policies and procedures. Reports any violation or appearance of violation of the policies and procedures and/or laws and regulations addressed in the Compliance Plan and the hospital Code of Conduct to the Compliance Officer, a member of Senior Leadership, or to the Department Leader.

Must be willing to receive all required vaccinations (i.e., flu shot, etc.). All new employees working must be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment (unless the new hire has requested and received an exemption). Candidates for employment will be notified of this policy requirement prior to the start of employment. After receiving an offer of employment, new employees must provide proof of vaccination or request and receive an exemption before beginning work.
To apply, please fill out an application, attach a cover letter, and resume. Include gaps in employment and reasons for separation.
Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.
***Benefits apply the 1st of the month following employment, per policy.***
*For full job description and benefits, please contact Human Resources.
Ashe Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, considers individuals for employment according to their abilities and performance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. All employment requirements mandated by local, state, and federal regulations will be observed.