Environmental Services Supervisor

Artesia General Hospital•Artesia, NM

8d•$20 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the Environmental Services department, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety. This role involves team leadership, inventory management, equipment upkeep, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The supervisor will also conduct training sessions and manage hazardous waste disposal.

Requirements

Ability to read, write and speak English preferred.
General knowledge of sanitation in a hospital and clinical setting.
Ability to interview potential employees.
Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.
Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
Cooperates fully in all Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety initiatives.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One to three years prior cleaning experience in a health care or institutional setting preferred.

Nice To Haves

Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST)

Responsibilities

Monitor staff productivity and scheduled task completion daily.
Evaluate the performance of EVS technicians and report performance issues/challenges to Director of EVS.
Assist EVS Director in monitoring and adjusting daily shift schedules, vacation rotations, and specific area assignments to guarantee full facility coverage.
Direct day-to-day workflow, assist staff in hands-on-support of duties.
Track, monitor, and record audits, daily rounding & inspections of patient rooms, common areas, restrooms, corridors, and other inpatient & outpatient departments.
Maintain high-quality cleanliness standards.
Ensure all cleaning processes align with organizations health guidelines and hazardous chemical protocols such as OSHA, CDC, and DNV.
Monitor, track, and order & stock chemical cleaning agents, linens, personal protective equipment (PPE), and standard facility supplies as assigned by Director of EVS.
Coordinate the maintenance and proper care of heavy cleaning equipment like floor buffers, industrial vacuums, and carpet extractors.
Assist the Director of EVS in the management of cost controls concerning labor hours, inventory use, and overall departmental budgets.
Oversee the proper collection, transportation, and disposal of biohazardous waste and sharps.
Conduct routine training sessions with staff regarding Bloodborne Pathogens, proper chemical dilution, ergonomics, new or existing equipment.
Treat all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.
Cooperate fully in all Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety initiatives.