Environmental Service Tech I

Good Shepherd Health Care • Hermiston, OR

80d • $17 - $26

About The Position

An Environmental Service Technician (EVS Tech) is a vital member of the healthcare team responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role is crucial in preventing the spread of infection, promoting patient well-being, and supporting the overall operational efficiency of the hospital. EVS Technicians are responsible for cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, common areas, offices, and medical equipment within healthcare facilities to prevent the spread of infection, ensure patient safety, and maintain a high standard of cleanliness.

Requirements

• Preferred: High School diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred: Certified Health Care Environmental Services Technician (CHEST), Certified Surgical Cleaning Technician (CSCT) or Certificate in Non-acute Care Cleaning (CNACC).
• Required: No prior experience required.
• Preferred: Health Care Environment Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs thorough cleaning and disinfection of all areas within the hospital, including patient rooms, operating rooms, laboratories, restrooms, waiting areas, offices, and common spaces, medical equipment, and high touch areas.
• Follows strict protocols for infection control, using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment, and adhering to established schedules.
• Performs specialized cleaning tasks like 'terminal cleaning' of surgical suites.
• Cleans and polishes all mirrors, glass partitions, doors, and windows. Additionally, dusts and washes walls, ceilings, light fixtures, and vents.
• Collects and disposes of various types of waste, including general waste, biohazardous waste, and sharps, according to hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Cleans and maintains floors using various methods such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and buffing.
• Cleans and maintains cleaning equipment, ensuring it is in good working order and reporting any malfunctions.
• Monitors and restocks cleaning supplies in designated areas.
• Safely and effectively cleans up spills of various substances, including bodily fluids, following proper procedures.
• Complies with all hospital safety policies and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper handling of hazardous materials.
• Interacts with patients, visitors, and staff in a professional and courteous manner, addressing concerns related to cleanliness and contributing to a positive hospital experience.
• Properly handles and transports soiled and clean linens, including lifting and carrying linen bags, restocking linens and other supplies as needed.
• Completes necessary logs and documentation related to cleaning activities, as required.
• Supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employer Paid Benefit Premiums for You & Your Family! - Medical, Dental, & Vision

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees