Environmental Aide-FT-Trinity Health Livingston

Trinity Health•Brighton, MI

About The Position

The Environmental Aide maintains the Health System environment by performing environmental duties in accordance with regulatory agency standards, infection control requirements, and hospital and department policies. The role completes mandatory computer-based training and performs the essential duties and responsibilities of an Environmental Specialist while demonstrating required competencies. The position performs general and specialized cleaning in areas including operating rooms, labor and delivery rooms, kitchens, and outpatient surgical centers. Duties include deep cleaning equipment and spaces, maintaining floors and surfaces, replenishing supplies, handling waste, and keeping corridors clear. The aide helps maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and coworkers; communicates professionally; assists with staff training; and participates in quality and patient-care improvement activities. The role follows safety procedures, confidentiality requirements, department policies, and the organization's Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, Mission, Vision, and Values.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Able to speak, read, and write English and complete basic math skills.
Three months of customer service or cleaning experience preferred.
Demonstrated ability to disassemble and reassemble medical, cleaning, and kitchen equipment.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize assigned tasks and organize work in a fast-paced environment.
Walk and stand for approximately 90% of work time.
Frequently squat, kneel, and lift; occasionally bend and twist.
Able to lift 40 pounds without assistance.
Ability to lift, turn, push, pull, and position equipment.
Ability to use safe body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED.
Three months of customer service or cleaning experience.

Responsibilities

Perform general and specialized cleaning in areas such as operating rooms, labor and delivery rooms, kitchens, and outpatient surgical centers.
Use complex techniques and/or products to deep clean equipment and areas.
Machine scrub corridors and floors, moving equipment as needed to clean properly.
Order, receive, and put away cleaning supplies.
Hang cubicle curtains and draperies using a safe ladder.
Move furniture, equipment, and trash as needed, and help keep corridors clear of clutter and obstructions.
Complete deep-cleaning projects such as stripping and waxing floors, washing windows and upholstery, and shampooing carpet.
Clean, disinfect, and dust surfaces; replenish supplies; spot-clean carpet and upholstery; and clean up spills.
Change linen and make beds.
Operate vacuum-cleaning equipment and dust-mop and damp-mop floors, stairs, and landings.
Dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
Report needed equipment repairs and unsafe situations; identify safety risks and help address safety issues while following safety policies and practices.
Help maintain a clean environment conducive to the well-being and safety of patients, visitors, and coworkers.
Demonstrate a positive demeanor, follow Service Excellence Standards, and communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Assist in training staff to perform Environmental Services duties.
Participate in department and unit activities to improve quality and patient care.
Maintain professional dress and hygiene and follow the fragrance-free policy.
Maintain knowledge of policies and procedures, follow department plans and scripts, and complete mandatory Healthstream training in a timely manner.
Perform duties in compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements.
Maintain cooperative relationships, approach conflict constructively, help identify problems and solutions, and participate in resolution.
Maintain confidentiality of information about patients, physicians, colleagues, and visitors, discussing it only with appropriate personnel in private settings.
Behave in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the organization's Mission, Vision, and Values.
Perform job duties safely, protect personal and coworker safety, and immediately report preventable hazards and unsafe practices to management.
Perform other duties as assigned.