Description:
POSITION TITLE: Materials Technician
DEPARTMENT: Materials
EMPLOYEE REPORTS TO: Materials Manager
SUPERVISES:
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time, Part-time, or Per Diem
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
This job description is a record of the essential functions of the listed job. The job description
provides the employee, CEO, Human Resources, applicants and other agencies with a clear
understanding of the job, where it fits into the organization, and the skill and work requirements in
relation to other jobs. Jobs are always changing to some degree and the existence of the approved
job description is not intended to limit normal change and growth. The facility will make reasonable
accommodations to otherwise qualified individuals who are capable of performing the essential
functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
POPULATION SERVED
The position does not involve patient care. Age specific experience and/or special training
and/or expertise are not required to serve this population.
POSITION SUMMARY
Assist as directed by Materials Manager in stocking, labeling and lost charge
reconciliations of medical supplies. Reconcile daily charges to supplies used. Assist as
needed in entering daily charges the Materials Technician is responsible for monitoring
and managing all supplies and assuring accurate charging for supplies, services,
procedures, etc.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Two (2) years of experience as a Materials Technician. Experience in Materials
and Central Supply within a hospital preferred. High school graduate or equivalent
preferred.
DEMANDS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF WORK, EQUIPMENT USAGE, AND WORK
ENVIRONMENT
PERCENTAGE OF WORK TIME 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Standing/Walking 67-100%
Sitting 1-33%
Twisting 1-33%
Lifting/Carrying 1-33%
Pushing/Pulling 1-33%
Climbing (Ascending/descending) 1-33%
Bending/Stooping 1-33%
Using arm muscles frequently or for extended periods 1-33%
Using leg muscles frequently or for extended periods 1-33%
Using back muscles frequently or for extended periods 1-33%
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS – Individuals in patient care positions are required to lift a
patient with or without assistance.
2-10 Pounds 34-66%
11-20 Pounds 34-66%
21-30 Pounds 1-33%
31-40 Pounds 1-33%
41-50 Pounds 1-33%
51 Pounds or More 1-33%
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Working in hot, cold, wet surroundings 1-33%
Working outdoors 1-33%
Working with or near chemicals 1-33%
Working near radiation sources 1-33%
Potential exposure to communicable diseases 1-33%
Working with hazardous waste materials 1-33%
Utilizing essential upgraded or adaptive equipment as industry standards require 1-33%
Using hand tools 1-33%
Potential for cuts and bruises 1-33%
EXCHANGE OF IDEAS
Ability to express or exchange ideas 67-100%
Ability to understand communication of others with or without adaptive devices 67-100%
Ability to perform basic math 67-100%
Ability to read at an elementary level 67-100%
Requirements:
WORKPLACE BEHAVIORS
I. RESULTS ORIENTATION – Meets current objectives and positions the
organization for future growth. Completes daily tasks and assignments and
processes large volumes of work associated with the operation of the department.
II. SOCIAL SENSITIVITY - Builds positive relationships based on respect for others.
Demonstrates a helpful, positive attitude. Maintains effective communication with
peers, medical staff, patients, visitors, and families.
III. QUALITY OUTCOMES – Meets and exceeds expectations of internal and external
customers. All organizational and departmental standards regarding quality of
performance are met. Demonstrates a strong commitment to confidentiality.
Participates in quality improvement programs as directed.
IV. SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT – Demonstrates an awareness of and
adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the facility with an
emphasis on maintaining a safe environment for all persons working in the facility.
A. Accident/Injury Reporting – Reports any accidents, injuries, and unsafe
equipment and conditions to supervisor by the end of the shift and reports any
pre-existing conditions as identified by the ADA.
B. Unsafe Conditions – Immediately reports and corrects, if possible, unsafe
conditions or equipment.
C. Workplace Standards – Compiles with relevant regulations, standards and
policies governing safe workplace environment (OSHA, Accreditation, etc.)
D. Safety Techniques – Maintains current knowledge of all aspects of the
facility’s safety program by attending safety-related training as mandated
upon hire and thereafter as required by facility.
E. Modified Work – Accepts modified work assignments after receiving the
physician’s release to return to work following an accident/ injury.
F. Follows Prescribed/Recommended Treatment – Follows the
prescribed/recommended treatment given by treating physician(s) after an
accident/injury.
V. EDUCATION – Participates in required in-services and educational programs on an
ongoing basis.
VI. ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY – Follows all facility guidelines outlining
standards of attendance and punctuality. Responsible for reporting to and
completing work at assigned times.
UNIVERSAL PRECAUTIONS
Universal precautions will be observed in order to prevent contact with blood or other
potentially infectious materials. Under circumstances in which differentiation between body
fluid types is difficult or impossible, all body fluids shall be considered potentially infectious
materials. All blood or other potentially infectious materials will be considered infectious
regardless of the status. The category shown below is designed to communicate the risk of
exposure for this particular position.
? Category I
Tasks involve light contact with moist body substances, non-intact skin or mucous
membranes. Department procedures define and require use of minimum protective
measures to perform the task.
? Category II
Tasks involve no contact with moist body substances, non-intact skin or mucous
membranes; however, employment may require performing unplanned Category I task.
Appropriate protective measures are readily available.
? Category III
Tasks of employment involve no contact with moist body substance, non-intact skin or
mucous membranes.
The employee must have the ability to perform essential functions without posing a
“direct threat” in the workplace.
