Environmental Services Aide - Full Time

Jennie Stuart Health • Hopkinsville, KY

4h • $10 - $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Jennie Stuart Health is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Services Aide 1 to join our healthcare facility team. This full-time, regular position plays a crucial role in maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of our healthcare environment. As an Environmental Services Aide 1, you will be responsible for ensuring that our facility meets the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, which directly contributes to patient care and satisfaction. The position offers an annual salary range of $10.01 to $15.64, based on experience and qualifications.

The Environmental Services Aide 1 will perform daily cleaning duties throughout the healthcare facility, including patient rooms, hallways, waiting areas, restrooms, and staff areas. You will follow established cleaning protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with healthcare sanitation standards and regulations. This includes proper handling of cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and equipment according to safety guidelines and infection control protocols. You will be responsible for collecting and disposing of regular and medical waste in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.

In this role, you will maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, reporting shortages to the supervisor to ensure uninterrupted service. You will also respond promptly to cleaning requests and emergencies, such as spills or contamination incidents, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact on patient care. The position requires collaboration with nursing staff and other departments to coordinate cleaning schedules that minimize disruption to patient care while ensuring timely room turnover.

As an Environmental Services Aide 1, you will be expected to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times, as you will frequently interact with patients, visitors, and healthcare staff. You will need to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding cleaning needs, challenges, or safety concerns. The role requires attention to detail in documenting completed tasks and maintaining cleaning logs as required by facility protocols and regulatory standards.

Jennie Stuart Health values employees who demonstrate reliability, integrity, and a commitment to excellence in their work. We seek team members who understand the importance of their role in the overall patient experience and healthcare delivery system. This is a regular, at-will position that does not include per diem compensation. The successful candidate will join a supportive team environment where professional growth and development are encouraged. If you are passionate about contributing to a healing environment through your dedication to cleanliness and sanitation, we invite you to apply for this important role within our healthcare facility.

Requirements

• Detail-oriented
• Ability to follow established cleaning protocols and procedures
• Knowledge of safety guidelines and infection control protocols
• Ability to handle cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and equipment
• Ability to collect and dispose of regular and medical waste
• Ability to maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment
• Ability to respond promptly to cleaning requests and emergencies
• Ability to prioritize tasks
• Ability to collaborate with other departments
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Reliability
• Integrity
• Commitment to excellence

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning duties throughout the healthcare facility, including patient rooms, hallways, waiting areas, restrooms, and staff areas.
• Follow established cleaning protocols and procedures to ensure compliance with healthcare sanitation standards and regulations.
• Handle cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and equipment according to safety guidelines and infection control protocols.
• Collect and dispose of regular and medical waste in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, reporting shortages to the supervisor.
• Respond promptly to cleaning requests and emergencies, such as spills or contamination incidents.
• Prioritize tasks based on urgency and impact on patient care.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and other departments to coordinate cleaning schedules.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding cleaning needs, challenges, or safety concerns.
• Document completed tasks and maintain cleaning logs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed