Materials Management Assistant

Materials Management AssistantAt Lawrence County Memorial Hospital, we are more than a healthcare facility, we are a trusted healthcare partner and an essential part of the communities we serve.As a Critical Access Hospital, we provide high-quality, compassionate healthcare close to home. Our size allows us to offer something special: the opportunity to know our patients, build meaningful relationships, and make a visible difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout our community.The Materials Management Assistant works collaboratively with the Director of Materials Management to support the efficient operation of the department and ensure the timely availability of supplies and equipment necessary to support patient care and hospital operations. Responsibilities include daily supply ordering, inventory management, distribution of supplies, responding to departmental requests, and maintaining a clean, organized, and well-stocked storeroom.This position requires a self-motivated, resourceful, and detail-oriented individual who can work independently, take initiative, and effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, small-department environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and the ability to identify and resolve routine issues with minimal supervision while recognizing when escalation is necessary.The Materials Management Assistant will also provide interim departmental support in the absence of the Director, as appropriate to their training and competency. This role will contribute to continuous improvement efforts by helping evaluate, develop, and implement effective processes for ordering, storing, tracking, and distributing supplies.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesPerform daily supply ordering and assist with maintaining appropriate inventory levels to ensure supplies are available when needed.Respond to incoming phone calls, supply requests, and inquiries from hospital departments in a timely, professional, and customer-focused manner.Receive, stock, organize, and distribute supplies throughout the hospital using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method.Monitor inventory levels, identify potential shortages, and proactively communicate supply concerns or anticipated needs to the Director of Materials Management.Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inventory activities as needed to maintain accurate inventory records and support effective supply management.Routinely monitor supply expiration dates and rotate stock to minimize waste and ensure appropriate product availability.Transport supplies throughout the hospital in accordance with established safety procedures.Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and functionality of the storeroom, supply bins, and departmental supply areas.Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, ordering efficiency, storage practices, and supply distribution processes.Demonstrate initiative in troubleshooting routine supply and inventory issues, evaluating solutions, and following through to completion.Work independently to organize daily responsibilities, prioritize requests, and meet deadlines with minimal direction.Provide appropriate interim support for departmental operations in the absence of the Director of Materials Management, within established procedures and assigned responsibilities.Demonstrate knowledge of and compliance with hospital policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable requirements.Contribute to departmental performance by supporting accurate inventory management, efficient workflows, and continuous improvement initiatives.Foster positive working relationships through professional communication, teamwork, responsiveness, and a commitment to excellent internal customer service.Demonstrate behaviors consistent with LCMH's mission, vision, and organizational values.Perform other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDemonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities with minimal supervision.Strong organizational, time-management, and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing demands in a fast-paced environment.Resourceful problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and the ability to recognize issues, identify practical solutions, and escalate concerns appropriately.Strong attention to detail and commitment to inventory accuracy, organization, and process consistency.Effective verbal and written communication skills, including active listening and the ability to interact professionally with staff across hospital departments.Strong customer service skills and a commitment to supporting the needs of clinical and nonclinical departments.Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.Ability to learn and use inventory management, ordering, and other department-specific software systems.Adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing priorities and operational needs.Ability to work effectively as part of a small team while maintaining individual accountability for assigned responsibilities.Demonstrated commitment to excellent attendance, teamwork, continuous improvement, and departmental success.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform other physical activities for extended periods.Ability to lift and carry supplies and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds at times.Requires frequent movement throughout the hospital, clinic, and departmental areas, including travel between multiple levels of the facility, to perform essential job duties in a fast-paced healthcare environment. These functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.Salary & Benefits$16.44 - 21.00 per hour.The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including overall experience, education, qualifications and other job-related reasons.Benefits: Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive benefit package that includes generous PTO, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance. To learn more about our benefits, please visit LCMH - Careers - Employee BenefitsOther DutiesPlease note this position summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Additional InformationLCMH is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free of inappropriate or unlawful conduct on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law.Compliance and RegulatoryAll employees are required to comply with all laws, regulatory guidelines, and health care policies. This includes, but is not limited to federal, state and local laws, applicable State Departments of Health, Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and LCMH Policies and Procedures. All employees are required to be compliant with hand hygiene guidelines as well as to adhere to safe practices, identify and report unsafe practices.Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.