Environmental Services Aide

Lifepoint Health • Chandler, AZ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Cleans and services building areas including patient rooms, common areas, floors, office areas etc. Moves furniture, trash, equipment and supplies and performs a variety of environmental services duties to maintain the hospital in a neat, safe and sanitary condition.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in hospital setting preferred.
• Previous cleaning or housekeeping experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate with patients, visitors and other hospital staff.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Basic equipment knowledge.
• Appropriate telephone communication skills.
• Good general health and stress coping ability.
• Normal walking, standing, sitting, bending, and carrying of items such as linens, housekeeping equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with all constituents (patients, families, peers, and other healthcare team members) as needed for leadership, assessment, intervention, and professional development.
• Must be able to handle exposure to dirt, odors, dust, wetness/humidity, heat, and cold.

Nice To Haves

• Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, restrooms, lounges, offices, corridors, walls, and windows daily or as scheduled.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, scrub, and/or shine floors; replace paper and soap products in restrooms; clean mirrors, sinks, and toilets, etc.
• Operate various types of equipment and machinery including vacuums and floor scrubbers.
• Collect and remove trash from building each day.
• Perform all duties in a safe and professional manner and in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Report any malfunctions and maintenance problems; may perform minor repairs such as changing light bulbs as needed.
• Responsible for stocking linens throughout the hospital.
• Assist with office or room moves if needed.
• Adhere to all infection control policies and procedures; report safety hazards to supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Adhere to dress code; maintain neat and clean appearance; wear appropriate identification while on duty.
• Complete annual health, safety, and education requirements; maintain professional growth and development.
• Maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patient population served.
• Report to work on time as scheduled; adhere to policies regarding notification of absence.
• Attend all mandatory in-services and staff meetings.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Comply with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicate the mission, ethics, and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.
• Maintain current licensure/certification for position, if applicable.
• Consistently demonstrate Guest Relations skills to patients, physicians, visitors, employees, and any other individuals with whom they may come in contact.
• Consistently follow departmental and hospital Health, Safety, Security, and Hazardous Materials policies and procedures.
• Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with HIPAA privacy laws; follow hospital policy in provision of patient confidentiality; identify patient confidentiality issues and report to proper hospital personnel immediately.
• Conduct job responsibilities in accordance with standards set forth in Kindred’s Code of Conduct, Kindred policy and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short-and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees