Environmental Assistant

American Addiction Centers

3d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Assistant is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting assigned areas within the hospital and off-site facilities. This includes patient rooms, offices, restrooms, and other common areas. The role involves operating various equipment, using cleaning chemicals safely, and maintaining a clean, orderly, and safe work environment. A strong emphasis is placed on customer satisfaction, utilizing communication skills like AIDET, and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, families, and colleagues. The position also requires adherence to infection control policies, proper waste disposal, and maintaining patient and departmental confidentiality. Additionally, the role involves preparing cleaning solutions, floor care, furniture and carpet shampooing, moving equipment, and managing linen and waste collection. Professional growth through training and maintaining punctuality and attendance are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
Basic computer skills preferred
Able to operate small electrical equipment e.g., vacuum cleaners
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English as related to the performance of the essential job activities outlined (including reading and comprehending chemical labels and other safety materials)
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or lift with at least one other associate when available.

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect assigned areas including walls, doors, ceilings, patient televisions, windows, furniture, tile, fixtures, appliances, floors, and equipment using appropriate cleaning solutions and procedures.
Operate various cleaning equipment following department procedures.
Use chemicals and solutions following department policy.
Keep work areas in an orderly, clean, and safe condition.
Utilize AIDET with both internal and external customers.
Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively.
Display a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel.
Maintain courteous and pleasant attitude to patients, families, and other contacts.
Maintain confidential patient and departmental information.
Utilize appropriate chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances, or problems.
Thoroughly wash and sanitize beds when patients are discharged; make beds with clean linen.
Thoroughly clean and sanitize entire room and washroom when patients are discharged.
Use appropriate germicide in disinfecting rooms.
Select cleaning materials and supplies appropriate to the job and transport them to the work area.
Replenish supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissues, soap, etc.
Pick up additional supplies from the environmental services storeroom when needed.
Routinely collect waste and sanitize all garbage cans.
Observe and follow Standard (Universal) Precautions, Infection Control Policies, and departmental policies and procedures.
Clean or sanitize after emergency spills as requested.
Place full, tied bags of soiled linen in linen chutes.
Ensure a safe, clean, attractive environment for patients, visitors, and associates at all times.
Wash hands thoroughly throughout the day and follow the Hospital handwash policy.
Prepare detergents, germicidal solutions, and other cleaning/disinfecting solutions according to established formulas.
Sweep, dust mop, and wet mop floor areas and spot clean carpets using appropriate solutions.
Shampoo furniture, carpets, and rugs using appropriate equipment and supplies.
Identify types of soil and spotting and utilize proper solutions.
Handle chemicals and solutions following departmental policies.
Ensure that all chemicals and solutions are in properly labeled containers.
Adhere to safety regulations as outlined in departmental policy and procedure.
Move equipment and furniture for cleaning, rearrangement, and/or relocation.
Arrange furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion after cleaning assigned areas.
Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops, and community affairs according to specifications.
Clean equipment and notify supervisor of equipment needing repair.
Appropriately report safety hazards.
Return unused supplies to closet, clean carts and equipment, and ensure all items are replaced in an orderly manner.
Collect and/or distribute soiled and/or clean linens, as required.
Collect trash and/or waste from all areas of the hospital, as required.
Collect hazardous and medical waste according to procedures established by the Infection Control Committee.
Sanitize all garbage/waste disposal containers.
Separate regular and recycle trash according to procedure.
Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and inservices.
Complete annual CBT's required.
Follow written department goals and objectives, and review annually with managers.
Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs.
Maintain proper attendance requirement outlined in the Hospital Policy and Procedure Manual.
Plan for special days off in advance and submit written requests for time off.
Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy.
Provide adequate notice to department management for absence and call two hours before the beginning of shift if absent.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program