Senior Materials Handler

Overview:

Senior Materials Handler

The Materials Handler is responsible for physically receiving all items ordered by the Hospital; for processing all associated paperwork; and for the delivery of items received to their proper destinations. The Materials Handler is also responsible for resolving problems / discrepancies related to receipts; for safe-guarding items received and for keeping the Receiving Department, including adjoining hallway and loading dock orderly.

In addition to performing the tasks of a Materials Handler, the Senior Materials Handler assists the Manager in coordinating all daily operations of the department and/or units. The Senior Materials Handler. The Sr. Materials Handler will train and mentor team members within the facility in the areas of productivity, quality, safety and VHC Values. Supervise team members in various areas within the facility. The Sr. Materials Handler will assist in maintaining a safe work environment for team members including retraining and supporting a safety culture through team meetings and activities. The Sr. Materials handler will effectively communicate with Supply Chain leadership regarding daily operations. They will assist with material handling, production and shipping of products within facility to meet unit / hospital needs with accuracy and efficiency. Ensure timely and accurate order receipt and shipment as well as inventory. Perform slot checks and slot maintenance. The Sr. Materials Handler monitors all phone and faxed Request, RQC orders to make sure they dispatched in a timely manner as well as completing all other task assigned by management.

Come join a hospital dedicated to you and your career!
VHC Health is a 453-bed nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for the 10th year in a row and VHC has ranked Number 2 in “Best Hospitals” in the Washington, DC metropolitan area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients. Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of hospital materials management experience preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that each new employee completes the prescribed orientation program within the specified time limits, and demonstrates competence in the assigned tasks.
• Monitor assigned staff's work for accuracy. Resolve discrepancies and develop and monitor appropriate improvement plans.
• Be totally familiar with the equipment, supplies, procedures, etc., within the area(s) of Operation.
• Give appropriate information/referral to those with questions about orders, procedures, etc.
• Deliver supply items accurately. "Stat" orders must be handled immediately.
• Be totally familiar with MMIS/Epic/Lawson functions. Make accurate and timely entries.
• Maintain appropriate documentation.
• Maintain the required/appropriate records accurately and properly completed on time
• Present information of matters affecting the Department's operations to the Manager appropriately and in a timely manner.
• Offer possible solutions to problems and employ effort at resolution.
• Provide back-up coverage for other Staff Members and/or for the other functions/or tasks, as required or as necessary by meeting appropriate Performance Responsibility and procedural guidelines satisfactorily and completing special assignments as requested.

Benefits:

• Paid Major Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation
• Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Undergraduate Student Loan Repayment
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
• Employee Wellness Benefits
• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
• VHC Retirement Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free onsite parking
• Commuter Benefits
• Career Coaching
• Family Leave
• 401(k) + Match
• and much more!