Materials Handler

Opportunities with Optum in the Tri-State region (formerly CareMount Medical, ProHEALTH New York and Riverside Medical Group). Come make a difference in the lives of people who turn to us for care at one of our hundreds of locations across New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Work with state-of-the-art technology and brilliant co-workers who share your passion for helping people feel their best. Join a dynamic health care organization and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. 

Under the direct supervision of the Materials Management Supervisor, The Material Handler will assist in ordering and receiving supplies and assuring they are distributed to the end user in a timely manner.  The Material Handler will also assist in the distribution of mail as needed.

Primary Responsibilities:

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• Verifies exact count and inspects all incoming parcels at the time of receipt from shipper before signing any and all bills of lading
• Receives and checks incoming supplies promptly. Checks deliveries against various receiving documents (PO, packing lists, etc.) to determine that quantity and quality received are in exact agreement with those ordered and to ensure you don't receive expired goods from the vendor
• Maintains par levels, set by management, to ensure that stock is available of all medical products for the nursing staff.  Par level changes must be approved by Nursing and Materials Management
• All par areas must be properly labeled with item number and description along with the par levels
• Completes electronic receiving and notes appropriate receipt number in the MMIS system thereby certifying that the items received are in the quality and the quantity specified

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven good computer skills
• Proven ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis despite frequent interruptions
• Proven ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in receiving and distribution
• Proven ability to lift heavy packages of up to 75 pounds
• Proven ability to communicate with all levels of staff
• Proven ability to maintain assigned areas by using a variety of equipment and cleaning materials
• Proven ability to transport equipment and supplies of various sizes and weights throughout the Practice

New York Residents Only: The hourly range for New York residents is $16.00 to $23.94 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. 

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.