Environmental Services Day Porter I

Physicians East • Greenville, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Physicians East, P.A. is seeking an Environmental Services Day Porter to perform day-to-day environmental services in medical office areas, patient and procedure rooms, common areas, and on assigned special projects. The position reports to the Environmental Services Supervisor and Facilities Services Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities.

The work takes place in a professional office environment, with frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and outdoor weather conditions. The role requires stamina and endurance, prolonged walking, and frequent bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, and lifting or moving items up to and over 50 pounds. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Overtime may be required; weekend work is rare but may occasionally be necessary.

Requirements

• Ability to read and understand Standard English and follow oral and written communications.
• Ability to work with standard cleaning chemicals and understand instructions for cleaning equipment, materials, safety, and accident prevention.
• Working knowledge of cleaning materials and equipment.
• Ability to work independently, under stress, with tight deadlines, and in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, critical-thinking, and interpersonal communication skills; confidentiality, integrity, and initiative.
• Ability to create a favorable impression with staff, physicians, patients, and the public.
• Ability to meet the role’s physical demands, including prolonged walking and frequent lifting or moving items up to and over 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous environmental services or cleaning experience in a healthcare setting and knowledge of applicable OSHA practices and healthcare infection-control procedures are strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sweep and mop floors; dust furniture; clean walls, furniture, and medical equipment; empty trash; restock supplies; clean bathrooms; and perform related environmental services tasks.
• Complete assigned cleaning activities independently and schedule them to meet the needs of patients, staff, physicians, and the public.
• Use standard cleaning chemicals and equipment according to operating instructions and safety and accident-prevention practices.
• Complete tasks and respond to calls in a timely manner, with overtime when necessary to support patient care and operational needs.

What This Job Offers

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