Environmental Aide I - FT (11:00pm-7:00am) MMC

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

2d•$19 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center is seeking a full-time Environmental Aide I for its Environmental Services Department. The role involves cleaning and disinfecting nursing units, patient rooms, and other designated facility areas to help maintain a clean and safe healthcare environment. The position includes cleaning bodily fluids and handling biohazardous materials. The required schedule is 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., including every other weekend. The starting rate is $18.50 per hour. The Environmental Services Department cleans and disinfects common, outpatient, procedural, and patient-care areas, including bathrooms, furniture, floors, vents, electronics, and patient equipment. Its work supports infection prevention and quality standards across Atlantic Health System.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED/equivalent required, or must obtain it within one year of employment.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Ability to bend, push, pull, and lift 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior housekeeping experience in a hospital or institutional setting.
One to two years of customer service experience in healthcare, hospitality, or a relevant area.

Responsibilities

Use appropriate cleaning equipment to clean nursing units, patient rooms, and other designated facility areas, including floors, woodwork, sills, vents, sinks, and furniture.
Follow departmental policies and procedures for cleaning, disinfecting, and deodorizing.
Clean up major spills when necessary and respond to pages in a timely manner.
Clean and restock housekeeping carts at the end of each shift.
Remove trash and linen throughout the hospital.
Follow directions for preparing cleaning solutions and handling biohazardous materials.
Make periodic checks for environmental needs in the assigned area.
Report repair needs to Maintenance.
Attend monthly department meetings to stay informed about changes in Environmental Services.
Handle moderately complex issues and refer more complex issues to higher-level staff.
Clean bodily fluids.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for eligible team members.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage, with options to supplement.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, and academic advising.
Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
Backup and on-site childcare.
Well-Being Rewards.
Employee Assistance Program.
Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
Flexible Spending and commuter accounts.
Pet, home, auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.