Central Services/Supply Tech - Central Services - Full Time 8 Hours Evenings (1:45PM to 10:15PM - Monday through Friday, Rotating Weekends) (Union, Non-Exempt)

About the role

Reporting to the Central Service Team Lead, this position is responsible for maintaining and delivering appropriate quantities of supplies, carts, equipment, bins and trays within the hospital. Requires a working knowledge of the hospital’s current inventory practices; restocking exchange carts, bins, and trays; cleaning and decontamination techniques; and maintenance of all Central Service equipment.

Responsibilities

• Resolve emergencies related to the acquisition and distribution of supplies and equipment as needed
• Maintain awareness of the location of all products within the facility
• Assist with entering patient charges, answering department phones, duplication and distribution of reports, and ordering/pickup of rental equipment
• Act as relief for Central Service Charge Tech position
• Dispense and deliver products and equipment requested by verbal, written, and telephone requisitions, including transportation of trays with medication and/or sharps; deliver to floors and put away under supervision of a charge nurse/nurse
• Maintain all supply bins and shelving to ensure appropriate product labels are properly placed and reflect current product/manufacturer information
• Maintain crash cart and outdate log monthly
• Perform monthly rounding to ensure carts are being appropriately maintained
• Perform routine cleaning of all supply bins located in the equipment room
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and cleaning of medical equipment for Central Service
• Replenish all exchange carts, bins, trays, and kits; proficient on all carts with no assistance needed for replenishment
• Utilize the AIMS tracking system to track all Central Service equipment in the facility, including uploading/downloading patient census information and database corrections
• Participate in the organization-wide Quality Improvement Program through orientation, education, departmental and inter-departmental quality control, improvement, and planning activities
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge in Central Service and Materials Management through continuing education
• Promote a positive and safe work environment by maintaining good relations with management, peers, and hospital staff; attending department meetings; supporting hospital goals, policies, and management decisions; adhering to dress code; maintaining awareness of infection control, body mechanics, and safety policies; recertifying in safety annually; maintaining confidentiality; identifying and reporting barriers to departmental effectiveness; recommending constructive problem-solving methods; managing time; demonstrating flexibility; and actively participating as a team member
• Refer all problems, unusual requests, or incidents to Central Service Lead and/or manager at the time of occurrence
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Experience

• Minimum two years materials/inventory experience required; healthcare setting preferred

Licenses & Certifications

None specified as required; preferred qualifications noted but not required.

Pay

Hourly rate range: $21.00 – $24.65. Actual offer considers scope and responsibilities, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal/state/local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, and external market and organizational factors.

Schedule

Full-time, 8-hour evening shift: 1:45 PM – 10:15 PM, Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends. Union, non-exempt position.

Location

USC Arcadia Hospital, Arcadia, CA