SUPPLY/LOGISTICS TECHNICIAN - IEMS ()

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Job description

Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is an organization that celebrates diversity, and seeks to employ a diverse workforce. We actively encourage all individuals to apply for employment and to seek advancement opportunities. Indianapolis EMS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law. For additional questions please contact us at or . FLSA Status Non-Exempt Job Role Summary The Logistics Technician creates requisitions, receives, stores and distributes equipment, supplies, paperwork and pharmaceuticals used by IEMS, Eskenazi Health and other supported agencies. This is a full-time temporary position with benefits. This is a temporary position that will end one year after the date of hire. Schedule will be flexible until a shift opens that needs to be covered. Must also be flexible in working a regular day or night shift in the event that a shift opening comes available. Advance notice will be given for any assignment change more than a 4-day timeframe. Essential Functions and Responsibilities Creates requisitions, receives, stores and distributes hospital supplies, equipment and pharmaceuticals used by IEMS Retrieves and delivers hospital related items to Eskenazi related sites as directed Packages, records and delivers materials requisitioned by IEMS units and other supported agencies throughout Marion County Ensures vehicles assigned to EMS Supply are ready by inspecting, cleaning and maintaining vehicle and vehicle inventory, fluids and emergency accessories Retrieves paperwork from satellite EMS locations and delivers to the appropriate location Retrieves, inspects and cleans IEMS equipment from area hospitals Returns broken equipment to service or delivers to the appropriate repair facility Maintains preventative maintenance schedules for equipment Maintains continuous radio contact with dispatch (PSC), keeps issued cell phone and pager available at all times and promptly returns any missed calls; prepares job-related reports and documentation as required Maintains a safe and clean work area and follows safe working practices Safe operation of any IEMS vehicle ASSOCIATED JOB DUTIES: Help to maintain an inventory of the EMS equipment to ensure the immediate availability of additional stocked and fully equipped ambulances when required Mandatory overtime may be required in support of events in Indiana, including but not limited to declared or undeclared disasters, Mass casualty events, Events of National Significance, Events with anticipated attendance greater than 150,000 people, Indianapolis 500, and the 500 Festival Parade Maintains EMS supply warehouse Par Level and rotates inventory Assists with the care and maintenance of the reserve fleet of ambulances including inspection of vehicles being returned by crews. Cleans, stocks, and fuels as necessary and checks fluid levels and the operation of all ambulance related accessories Participates in educational programs and meetings Assumes assigned responsibility as unit leader when working without direct supervision Performs other job related duties as assigned Job Requirements High school diploma or equivalent (GED) One year previous experience in one of the following areas: First Responder or EMT, Warehouse, Medical Supply Distribution System, or Healthcare Equipment Repair preferred Valid Driver's License - must meet and remain in compliance with IEMS driver eligibility policy Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification or obtain within 30 days of hire American Health Association CPR Certification or obtain within 30 days of hire NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 or obtain within 30 days of hire Continuing education to maintain all required certifications Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language Hearing must be correctable to age normal hearing Ability to use current computer / information technology software and hardware Ability to safely operate an emergency vehicle in all weather conditions Mechanical aptitude required in conducting equipment maintenance checks and detecting mechanical malfunctions on EMS equipment and vehicles Knowledge and ability to communicate through e-mail, a two-way radio, and a cellular phone Knowledge of the Indiana EMS Rules and Regulations concerning equipment and supplies required for ambulance certification Ability to use age appropriate communication skills Responsibility Maintains patient and family confidentiality Maintains protected health information in accordance with HIPAA privacy guidelines and regulations Maintains confidentiality of vendor agreements and contracts Judgment Employee may work independently under the general direction of their leader Contacts - Internal/External Eskenazi Health - including hospital, health centers and Pharmacy administrative staff IEMS - including EMS crews, support staff, administrative and command staff Outside facilities concerning vehicle and equipment maintenance/repair Other Public Safety Agencies including IMPD and IFD General public contact including patients and families Vendor's sales or support staff Special Effort Required Able to sit or stand for extended periods Ability to walk for extended periods of time Must be able to work in tight fitting protective equipment Must use be able to properly utilize all assigned protective equipment Ability to lift 75 lbs. without assistance and carry EMS related items Frequent kneeling, stooping, bending and reaching above shoulders Frequent vehicle operation Working Environment Duties are performed indoors and outdoors; outside duties will require exposure to potentially severe weather conditions Significant work in active warehouse and garage area May be required to attend meetings or perform work remote from IEMS HQ or hospital campus May be exposed to unexpected events or hazards including chemical, biological, or radiologic hazards May be exposed to hazards as a part of criminal or terrorist efforts to deliberately subvert or bypass available protective measures and inflict intentional harm, disability, or death It is Indianapolis EMS' philosophy and policy to treat employees and applicants fairly and without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status or physical or mental ability. Discrimination against any employee or applicant based on any of these conditions will not be allowed or tolerated. For additional questions please contact us at or . Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis

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