Medical Supply Technician

A. Overall Purpose of the Job 
This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this 
position will represent International SOS Government Medical Services Inc. and provide services outlined 
below:
International SOS Government Medical Services Inc. is looking for an individual who is an experienced
Medical Supply Technician to ensure supplies and material are distributed from secondary inventory points to 
all areas serviced by the Logistics Service including sterile and nonsterile medical supplies by scanning 
receiving storing rotating using the first in first out method and delivering. Use Department of Veterans 
Affairs automated inventory systems and follow Veterans Health Administration directives local policies 
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and manufacturer guidance to maintain accurate inventory and 
uninterrupted clinical support.
B. Key Responsibilities 
Maintain stock at primary and secondary inventory locations; replenish from main inventory; maintain 
accurate records; recommend stocklevel revisions to Inventory Management Specialists.
Perform daily inventories using barcoding and automated systems on a predetermined schedule; 
reconcile discrepancies between system records and physical counts.
Distribute items using computerized inventory systems such as Generic Inventory Package (GIP) 
Veterans Health Information Systems and Technology Architecture (VistA) AbovePAR and ParEx; 
use a pager or similar device to expedite requests; fulfil routine and emergent needs.
Monitor expirations recall items and hazard alerts; rotate stock; remove outofdate items; escalate 
significant deviations to Inventory Management Specialists.
Clean and maintain assigned secondary storage in accordance with aseptic principles 
infectioncontrol guidance local SOPs and Joint Commission standards.
Deliver supplies accurately and on time to wards clinics and remote secondary locations; ensure 
delivered items are in sterile and operational condition; complete specialty cart preparation and 
stocking. Delivery by motor vehicle may be required.
Receive unpack store and mark items and shelving; consolidate materials for space utilization and 
protection; support walltowall and periodic inventories; assist other logistics functions as assigned.
Apply and comply with Veterans Health Administration directives local policies SOPs manufacturers 
catalogs and fact sheets and shelflife guidelines; interpret and apply regulatory guidance and elevate 
unresolved issues appropriately.
Communicate professionally with customers and stakeholders; use tact and diplomacy; promptly 
escalate service issues when required.
Use required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); wear Department of Veterans Affairsprovided 
identification badge above the waist; do not use personal electronic devices while working except in 
an emergency.
Meet staffing and scheduling requirements including fixed tours and rotational shifts with possible 
weekend and Federal holiday coverage as specified for the site.
Completes required organizational compliance education including assigned requirements that are 
client-specified for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory 
bodies.
This list is non-exhaustive and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not 
specifically listed above

Qualifications :

Basic Requirements/Certifications: 
Practical knowledge of supply and inventory management (stock rotation recalls hazard alerts) and ability 
to interpret policies procedures manuals and regulations.
Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) to manage supply inventory.
Experience in healthcare logistics or distribution preferred.
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Operate automated systems (scanning barcoding computerized inventory) for delivery and inventory 
control; validate and maintain data accuracy.
Continually monitor needs and trends make necessary adjustments and escalate complex issues to the 
supervisor or Inventory Management Specialists.
Communicate effectively with clinical and administrative customers and vendors; provide timely 
customerfocused support.
Technically proficient to perform the stated duties.
Basic mathematical problem solving.
Education Required:
High school diploma or equivalent. 
Physical Requirements:
Stand and walk for the full workday; frequent reaching bending and lifting of packages up to 50 pounds; 
push loaded carts that may exceed 100 pounds; request assistance for items over 40 pounds.
Work across wards clinics operating rooms warehouses and storage buildings; conditions may be hot 
cold drafty or poorly lit; risk of trips scrapes cuts or bruises; maintain a clean environment even when 
tasks generate dust or pollutants.
Other Special Qualifications:
Must be able to read write and speak English to effectively communicate.
Must not have a criminal record.
US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required. Must have Real ID
Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance.
 

Additional Information :

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicants background experience skills internal equity and alignment with geographical market data. 

Benefits Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services Inc. complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws. 

International SOS Government Medical Services Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal state and local laws. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time