Environmental Services Specialist

Insight • Warren, MI

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About The Position

Under the supervision of the Environmental Services Lead, the Environmental Services Specialist cleans assigned areas for which they have been trained, maintains appropriate supplies, and facilitates rapid turnover from case to case or patient to patient. The role includes room, general, and office cleaning. The specialist demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique, general cleaning practices, standard precautions, personal protective equipment, and the safe use of chemical cleaners. The position requires working under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact, stamina, and endurance, as well as assisting other departments as needed.

Requirements

• Demonstrate eligibility to work for any employer in the United States.
• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent required.
• Demonstrate verbal and written English communication skills for the safe and effective use of chemical cleaning agents and safety instructions, or understand English-to-translation support to assure this.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and drive.
• Show respect and flexibility to positively affect the workplace.
• Be willing to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for personal growth and advancement.
• Ability to relate to and work effectively with hospital staff.
• Awareness of cleaning standards and ability to perform in accordance with them.
• Ability to remain on task and be self-motivated.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Be prompt and reliable.
• Ability to provide assistance outside normal job duties.
• Demonstrate a high level of communication.
• Ability to handle biological materials compliantly.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in hygiene and healthy environmental control is preferred.
• Previous experience cleaning and disinfecting sensitive biological materials is desired.

Responsibilities

• Take initiative to perform tasks without supervision.
• Apply appropriate techniques to adhere to cleaning standards.
• Wipe down designated areas containing blood or other bodily fluids and disinfect the areas of contact.
• Coordinate professionally with hospital staff to clean patient rooms.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners and washing machines.
• Respond to hospital cleaning needs in a timely manner.
• Maintain and monitor cleaning supplies inventory.
• Dispose of trash and biohazard waste using proper techniques.
• Establish a regular cleaning schedule for all facility areas.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) with matching; offerings are fully vested after three months of employment, with eligibility to contribute.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and term life insurance provided with full-time employment.
• Optional supplementary coverage, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and AD&D.

What This Job Offers

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