About the position
Join our team and contribute to the health and safety of our small hospital, where every employee plays a vital role in providing quality healthcare to our community. The ideal candidate should possess a passion for environmental conservation and cleanliness. Attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment is preferred. Prior experience in environmental services or a related field is a plus but not required. We welcome newcomers who are eager to learn and will provide hands-on training! The Environmental Services Technician performs a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain patient rooms, offices, hallways, and other assigned areas of the hospital or medical practices along with other duties. This is a part time position. Starting wage for this position is $17/hour! This EVS tech will need to work at least one weekend day. The shift differential added to the base rate is $2.50 per hour for working one weekend day!!! A day off during the week is worked into the schedule.
Responsibilities
- Cleans all assigned areas using established policies and procedures, including inpatient rooms, outpatient exam rooms, bathrooms, pantries, lounges, waiting areas, conference rooms, and elevators.
- Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment.
- Performs routine assignments in a timely and effective manner.
- Performs chemical mixing duties as required, following safety procedures and requirements.
- Handles various cleaning solvents and chemicals, complying with all regulations such as OSHA, EPA, and State Health Department.
- Demonstrates knowledge of right to know law (MSDS).
- Works in damp, dusty, and dirty areas, including cleaning up human waste and other body fluids as required.
- Knowledgeable in Infection Control and Human Resources policies and procedures.
- Carries pager while working and responds to requests for service via beeper.
- Completes special projects as assigned.
- Prioritizes cleaning tasks in conjunction with staff and patients.
- Performs linen collections, biohazard waste management, and trash collection following established policies and procedures.
- Communicates effectively with coworkers and supervisor.
- Begins work on time with enthusiasm and a positive attitude, requiring little or no supervisory input.
Requirements
- Passion for environmental conservation and cleanliness.
- Attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Prior experience in environmental services or a related field is a plus but not required.
Nice-to-haves
- Candidates may acquire skills through on-the-job training.
Benefits
- Starting wage of $17/hour with a shift differential of $2.50 per hour for working one weekend day and $2.75 for second shift.
- Hands-on training provided.
