EVS Housekeeping Attendant

St. Charles Health System•Bend, OR

23h

About The Position

The Environmental Services Attendant maintains cleanliness in assigned interior areas of the hospital with accuracy and attention to detail to help ensure the safety of patients and caregivers. The role creates a comfortable environment for patients and guests, greets people while protecting their privacy, and does not directly supervise other caregivers. The Environmental Services department maintains a clean and safe hospital environment by cleaning and disinfecting surfaces. The attendant follows department and hospital cleaning standards, performs routine and special cleaning, handles waste and soiled linen appropriately, and maintains assigned supplies and equipment. The position supports the organization’s vision, mission, values, continuous-improvement efforts, confidentiality, safety, and customer-service standards.

Requirements

CHEST certification is required within six months of hire; certification coursework will be provided by St. Charles Health System.
Must be able to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED; equivalent education and experience will be considered.
CHEST certification.
Prior professional janitorial or housekeeping experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect assigned areas during the shift and correct cleanliness issues to ensure proper sanitation.
Follow department and hospital guidelines, job standards, and Environmental Services cleaning standards.
Perform cleaning tasks, including cleaning toilets, basins, showers, bathtubs, walls, furniture, fixtures, doors, stairways, halls, and other interior furnishings using appropriate supplies and procedures.
Sweep, clean, mop, scrub, and dust floors in assigned areas.
Transport, remove, and appropriately dispose of soiled linen, trash, and biomedical waste.
Remove empty boxes and place them in designated areas.
Label and remove infectious waste bags and containers.
Maintain adequate supplies in assigned areas and transport custodial supplies and equipment between storage and work areas.
Operate, clean, and maintain equipment, carts, and industrial vacuums; report concerns so equipment remains functional and ready for use.
Maintain positive and cooperative working relationships with patients, guests, and other caregivers.
Participate in required Quality Improvement activities.
Report needed repairs or services to hospital facilities according to system guidelines.
Perform special cleaning projects as needed and may be assigned various types of floor care.
Support the organization’s vision, mission, and values, and champion continuous improvement through Value Improvement Practice (VIP-Lean) principles.
Help provide and maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests.
Conduct activities professionally and confidentially; comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures; report known or suspected violations; and cooperate with investigations and proceedings.
Deliver timely, efficient, accurate customer service and/or patient care that promotes goodwill.
Perform additional duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.