Environmental Services Aide III PD

Tufts Medicine • Melrose, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering high-quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, a Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center, and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital provides numerous career growth opportunities. This Environmental Services Aide III position, under the direction of the Supervisor/Site Manager, involves performing a variety of housekeeping and administrative tasks. The role also includes assisting in the supervision of housekeeping employees when the supervisor is absent, coordinating daily departmental tasks among frontline employees, and ensuring a clean, safe environment. Key responsibilities include room inspections, coordinating scheduled floor care, managing shift lineup coverage, handling inter-department customer relations, and supervising bed tracking. The position also entails performing various other tasks to support the assigned shift within the ES department, including covering shift positions during scheduling constraints. Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford serve the north suburban Boston community, offering a range of high-quality clinical care and services with a focus on hospitality and humanity. The organization is committed to reducing health disparities through over 40 local health programs, community partnerships, and education programs in more than 10 communities. Tufts Medicine values every individual's skills and experience, offering fair and competitive pay based on experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting health, financial security, and career growth.

Requirements

• One (1) year of related experience.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of related experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Bilingual.

Responsibilities

• Completes weekly projects as designated by the supervisor. Coordinates all project work assigned by management for shift(s), and communicates progress of work with other shift leads. Reports any equipment problems to supervisor.
• Makes sure employees are properly equipped and supplied with the necessary items to complete their tasks.
• Follows proper procedures concerning infection control, chemical control, hazardous waste disposal and handling.
• Follows proper work safety practices and body mechanics.
• Performs beginning and end of shift check-in, and rounds through facility.
• Operates of heavy duty electrical equipment: wet vacuums, extractors, buffers, floor machines, auto scrubbers, upholstery machines, pressure washers and upright vacuums.
• Participates in accurate inventory and record keeping concerning laundry services. Communicates to manager when supplies are needed.
• Performs other duties as e.g. marking linen; cleaning the linen areas; washing/drying mops, rags, lab coats, cubicle curtains, kitchen linens, etc.
• Performs the following as needed during functions: setting up of furniture, distribution and set-up of audio visual equipment, and general cleaning, before or after functions.
• Successfully completes competency assessment. Answers questions concerning policies and procedures while in the work environment.
• Works in open positions when necessary to assure all areas have adequate coverage.
• Allocate resources to provide coverage thought the facility.
• Conducts quality insurance inspections and ensures corrective action as based on minimum QA score.
• Coordinates and executes small furniture moves, and room setups in a timely manner.
• Conducts monthly employee safety committee meetings, and monthly department safety inspections.
• Maintains composure and professionalism during difficult situations.

Benefits

• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match
• Opportunities for growth
• Tuition reimbursement
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees