Environmental Service Worker

Garnet Health•Mechanicstown, NY

3h•Onsite

About The Position

At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite to make your career home with us as a Environmental Service Worker on our Environmental Services team at/in Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown.

Requirements

Grammar School or its equivalent.
Ability to read and write English and understand oral instructions.
One month on the job training
Ability to read and comprehend infection control postings and hazardous chemical warnings, as well as write and follow oral and written instructions.
Hospital Crisis Intervention training course within three (3) months of hire/transfer and annually thereafter.
Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility.
No routine exposure to hazards.
Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks.
Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks.
Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility.
Ability to multi-task.
Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled.
Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
At times, EVS workers may be subjected to working within our Behavioral Health Unit (BHU).
May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.

Nice To Haves

Health care and Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assures a clean, safe, attractive environment for patients, employees and visitors.
Clean and sanitizes room, furnishings and assigned work areas according to established policies and procedures.