Environmental Service Tech I

Good Shepherd Health Care•Hermiston, OR

5h•$17 - $26•Onsite

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

NA
No prior experience required.

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent.
Certified Health Care Environmental Services Technician (CHEST), Certified Surgical Cleaning Technician (CSCT) or Certificate in Non-acute Care Cleaning (CNACC).
Health Care Environment Services preferred.

Responsibilities

Cleaning and Disinfection: 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. This involves following strict protocols for infection control, using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment, and adhering to established schedules.
Perform specialized cleaning tasks like “terminal cleaning” of surgical suites.
Clean and polish all mirrors, glass partitions, doors, and windows. Additionally, dust and wash walls, ceilings, light fixtures, and vents
Waste Management: Collects and disposes of various types of waste, including general waste, biohazardous waste, and sharps, according to hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
Floor Care: Cleans and maintains floors using various methods such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and buffing.
Equipment Maintenance: Cleans and maintains cleaning equipment, ensuring it is in good working order and reporting any malfunctions.
Supply Management: Monitors and restocks cleaning supplies in designated areas.
Responding to Spills: Safely and effectively cleans up spills of various substances, including bodily fluids, following proper procedures.
Adherence to Safety Standards: Complies with all hospital safety policies and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper handling of hazardous materials.
Customer Service: Interacts with patients, visitors, and staff in a professional and courteous manner, addressing concerns related to cleanliness and contributing to a positive hospital experience.
Linen Management: Properly handle and transport soiled and clean linens, including lifting and carrying linen bags, restock linens and other supplies as needed.
Documentation: Completes necessary logs and documentation related to cleaning activities, as required.
The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
Performs other related duties as assigned.