EVS Tech I
About The Position
Responsible for cleaning and disinfection, of patient care areas including but not limited to daily occupied and discharge/transfer, clinical, ancillary, support services; cleansing not limited to, dusting, vacuuming, gathering and disposing of trash and waste materials, removing linens, cleaning and disinfecting bathrooms and/or patient rooms, cleaning and disinfecting fixtures, wet mopping and other similar duties. Maintain assigned equipment/cleaning carts for cleanliness and have repairs made as needed. Keeps stock and restocks of supplies and equipment as needed. Removes waste and transports to the appropriate disposal area while identifying proper wasted streams handling (i.e. regulated medical, recycle, solid, and hazardous). Take corrective action for unsatisfactory cleanliness when observed in any area of the hospital, i.e., removing litter in public areas. Utilize bed tracking system (EPIC or other system) to identify cleaning needs; respond to pager or overhead pages, and assist in cleaning of emergency spills, observed or upon request. Recognizes and adheres to patient privacy requirements (HIPAA) Adheres to all organization safety, risk management and infection control guidelines and standards while promoting a culture of safety.
Requirements
- Less than 1 year Minimum
- 6 months of related experience preferred
- Can demonstrate effective use of computers and/or movable devices for job performance activities preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Nice To Haves
- The Association for the Health Care Environment (AHE): Certified Health Care Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) and/or Certified Surgical Cleaning Technician (CSCT) preferred
Responsibilities
- Cleaning and disinfection of patient care areas
- Dusting, vacuuming, and waste disposal
- Removing linens and cleaning bathrooms/patient rooms
- Cleaning and disinfecting fixtures
- Maintaining equipment and restocking supplies
- Removing waste and transporting to disposal areas
- Utilizing bed tracking system to identify cleaning needs
- Responding to emergency spills
- Adhering to patient privacy requirements (HIPAA)
- Adhering to safety, risk management, and infection control guidelines
Benefits
- Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.
- 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure
- Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)
- Caregiver Leave
- Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
