Environmental Services Aide

Lifepoint Health • Paris, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Aide cleans assigned areas of the hospital to meet sanitation regulations, CDC infection-control guidelines, and departmental standards. The role includes cleaning patient rooms and common areas by vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, sanitizing furniture and surfaces, and cleaning restrooms, walls, vents, and windows. The aide also stocks basic and linen supplies, checks completed areas, documents work, communicates cleanliness status to appropriate personnel, and reports supply needs and safety hazards. The position requires working every other weekend. The listed schedule is full-time, Tuesday through Friday, 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Requirements

• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Must be able to work every other weekend.

Nice To Haves

• Previous clinical housekeeping experience.
• High school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean assigned areas to meet sanitation regulations and infection-control standards.
• Clean, sweep, dust, mop, vacuum, and polish assigned areas or buildings.
• Sanitize furniture and surfaces in patient rooms and common areas, and clean restrooms, walls, vents, and windows.
• Stock assigned areas with basic supplies, including linen, soiled linen bags, paper towels, soap, sanitizer, and toilet paper.
• Inspect areas after cleaning to ensure departmental guidelines are followed.
• Complete follow-up, documentation, and compliance activities related to cleaning procedures.
• Document work performed according to department standards.
• Communicate cleanliness status to appropriate personnel, including when a patient room is ready for discharge.
• Comply with applicable JCAHO, OSHA, and related standards for chemical and supply use and documentation.
• Inform the supervisor of inventory and supply needs.
• Identify safety hazards, take appropriate measures to protect self and others, and report or communicate hazards to appropriate personnel.

Benefits

• Health benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for full-time employees.
• 401(k) benefits for full-time employees.
• Competitive paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program offering mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance.
• Tuition reimbursement or assistance for qualified applicants.
• Advancement opportunities with responsive, supportive leadership.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED