Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt’s mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: EVS 1st Shift - Admin Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Performs certified and specialized tasks related to removal, treating, and storage of Regulated Medical Waste, both within and outside of the Medical Center. Performs project tasks done on a regular and rotational basis. Knowledgeable of chemicals, DOT, OSHA, and VUMC procedures, and equipment used in completing assigned tasks. May also perform general cleaning tasks, removes other trash, soiled linens and/or makes beds. Applies VUMC and EVS Customer Service principles to all work. . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Cleaning and Maintenance Removes, treats, and stores Regulated Medical Waste from all VUMC areas utilizing established DOT, VUMC, OSHA and other established and certified protocols. May clean assigned area according to established 8-step and VUMC EVS procedures. Uses special equipment, chemicals, PPE, and supplies appropriately and correctly. Reports light outages and other maintenance needs to supervisor. Equipment Operation Uses area-specific equipment safely and correctly, and within the regulatory compliance standards set forth by DOT, OSHA, VUMC, and JCAHO. Follows specific cleaning protocols established by VUMC and CDC. Cleans and maintains equipment daily to ensure correct and proper operation. Customer Service Works closely with nurse managers in areas for cooperation on scheduling projects and quality controls. Greets visitors cheerfully and offers assistance as needed. Works in cooperation with supervisor, and interfaces with other staff in a friendly, professional manner; enlists cooperation from all colleagues. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES Our supporting roles are the core of all we do at Vanderbilt Health, helping us personalize the patient experience through our caring spirit and distinctive capabilities. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce. High-achieving employees stay at VUMC for professional growth, appreciation of benefits, and a sense of community and purpose. We support each other and encourage excellence among all who are part of our workforce as we place a priority on designing with and for our patients and families.