Environmental Services Aide - LG Ortho EVS - Full Time - EVENINGs

Ochsner Health • Lafayette, LA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

This Environmental Services Aide position at Ochsner Health is responsible for cleaning and servicing various areas including guest, patient, public, clinical, and administrative spaces. The primary goal is to maintain a clean and aseptic environment within the facility. Ochsner Health is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider in the Gulf South, committed to serving, healing, leading, educating, and innovating, and is recognized as a top hospital in Louisiana. The role is crucial in supporting the organization's mission by ensuring a safe and hygienic setting for patients and staff.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and speak / understand verbal communication in English in order to follow instructions and perform daily tasks.
• Experience in operating environmental services equipment (including dust mop, wet mop, bucket and wringer, spray bottles, and dustpan).
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Basic knowledge of housekeeping, cleaning and cleaning equipment/supplies.
• Ability to work flexible schedule when needed.
• Ability to listen and take direction and complete job tasks with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1 year relevant experience

Responsibilities

• Maintains assigned area in a clean and aseptic manner.
• Maintains Environmental closet and equipment in a clean, aseptic and orderly manner.
• Assists with restock of cafe and bar (where necessary).
• Assists with special cleaning projects and room turnover.
• Follows all current Joint Commission / CMS regulations pertaining to Environment of Care and Cleaning requirements.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• Ensures compliance with the company's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees