Environmental Service Tech I

American Addiction Centers

1d•$19 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Service Tech I is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting assigned areas within Advocate Christ Medical Center and/or off-site facilities. This includes patient rooms, offices, restrooms, elevators, stairwells, and other hospital areas. The role involves operating various equipment, using cleaning solutions according to policy, and maintaining an orderly, clean, and safe work environment. A strong emphasis is placed on customer satisfaction, utilizing AIDET with internal and external customers, and demonstrating a positive attitude. The position also requires thorough cleaning and sanitizing after patient discharges, preparing cleaning solutions, sweeping, mopping, and shampooing floors and furniture. Additionally, the role involves moving equipment and furniture, collecting and distributing linens, and managing trash and waste according to established procedures. The Environmental Service Tech I is expected to demonstrate commitment to professional growth through attending meetings and completing required training, and to maintain proper attendance and punctuality.

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)
Walking, standing, bending, climbing and lifting throughout the work day.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect assigned areas by washing walls, doors, door frames, ceilings, patient televisions, windows, furniture, tile, fixtures, appliances, floors, and equipment with appropriate cleaning solutions using procedures and following schedules specific to each item.
Operate various equipment following department procedures.
Use chemicals and solutions following department policy.
Keep work areas in orderly, clean, and safe condition.
Utilize AIDET with both Internal Customer and External Customers, meeting system goal.
Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with fellow associates.
Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Display patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
Present department in a positive manner to all contacts.
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 in accordance with department procedures.
Thoroughly clean and sanitize entire room and washroom when patients are discharged, utilizing established department procedures.
Use appropriate germicide in disinfecting rooms.
Select cleaning materials and supplies appropriate to the job and transport them to 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; 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; follow and adhere to 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 and adhering to applicable schedules.
Identify types of soiled and/or spotting and utilize proper solutions as outlined in departmental policies and procedures.
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, and in accordance with applicable floor plans, after cleaning assigned area(s).
Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops and community affairs according to specifications of responsible department/individual as required.
Clean equipment and notify supervisor of equipment needing repair.
Appropriately report safety hazards.
Return unused supplies to closet where obtained, 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 and review progress during annual evaluation.
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 to department management for approval per departmental guidelines.
Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy.
Provide adequate notice to department management of absence, and in accordance to departmental policy call two hours before the beginning of shift.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards
Benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
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