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Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, is looking for a Per Diem Materials Technician to join our team in Springfield, MA .

• Per Diem, 1st Shift (Days)

LOCATION :

• Baystate Main Campus

• Springfield, MA

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

• Continuing education support and reimbursement

• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

• Farm Share Memberships

• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service

• Free money coach advice from a certified professional

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

• Life insurance

• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

SUMMARY:

The BMC Materials Technician performs a wide variety of supply chain activities including the ordering and replenishment of medical/surgical and general hospital supplies. The Materials Technician is the key liaison between Materials Management and inpatient nursing areas, surgical services, emergency services, cardiac catheterization, women & infants services, and various other clinical and non-clinical departments for the majority of supply chain services. The Materials Technician is responsible for working with the clinical department managers and staff to ensure appropriate product is stocked to meet patient care needs. The incumbent is responsible for conducting inventory and ordering supplies for areas of responsibility using hand-held technology and Pyxis automated supply stations. The Materials Technician provides usage and compliance reports to nursing management and other service leaders to appropriately assess patient charge compliance for all items dispensed through Pyxis. The position is responsible for creating and updating the item master files for all supply items, and collaborates with managers when products are added or deleted from stock. The incumbent ensures the continual integrity of information between Pyxis stations and hand-held technology interfaced to the Lawson Materials Management Information System (MMIS). In addition, the Materials Technician is responsible for providing patient care equipment and sterile re-processed goods to internal customers throughout the hospital.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of the Lawson MMIS, Lawson Cart Profiles, hand-held technology, and Pyxis Supply Automation System.

2) Initiates the stock replenishment process, orders goods, and handles re-stocking of supplies.

3) Selects orders utilizing the Lawson MMIS locator system, and efficiently delivers orders with respect to the sensitivity of the patient care environment.

4) Verifies accuracy of items received, inspects packaging to ensure sterility and integrity, and handles all inventory in a safe manner. Stores all equipment and supplies in designated location, and checks & rotates all dated material.

5) Follows event-related sterility policy for handling patient care equipment and rotation of dated supplies.

6) Builds and maintains the Pyxis inventory master item list for area of responsibility. Ensures that service codes within the Charge Description Master (CDM) are accurately reflected within the Lawson MMIS and Pyxis system.

7) Train newly hired personnel on the various responsibilities of the Materials Technician position, including the correct use of the Pyxis automated supply station, hand-held inventory technology and the Lawson MMIS.

8) Maintains an inventory of patient care equipment to ensure availability for clinical service areas

9) Assists in performing weekly cycle counts in the service areas, monthly cycle counts in the Distribution Center, and semi-annual physical inventory.

10) Adds and/or deletes items based on utilization needs in clinical areas. Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition in accordance with hospital departmental policies and guidelines.

Required Work Experience:

1) Must have at least 1 year's related materials experience; 2-5 years preferred

2) Must possess the ability to make sound judgments and solve problems within the scope of responsibility, and perform various activities according to priority and emergent situations

3) Must demonstrate initiative in completing tasks and requires the ability to work towards defined objectives with a minimum amount of supervision

4) Proven ability to demonstrate creativity in gaining efficiencies in the healthcare environment required

Preferred Work Experience:

1) 2-5 years related materials experience preferred

Skills and Competencies:

1) Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact with nursing, physicians, and other members of the health care team in a courteous and effective manner

2) Technological aptitude to work with automated supply stations and hand-held technology, and basic computer skills and excellent math skills required

You Belong At Baystate

At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

Education:

GED or HiSET (Required)

Certifications:

Driver License - OtherOther

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.