Environmental Services Tech
About The Position
Mission Regional Medical Center is seeking an Environmental Services Technician (EVS Tech), also referred to as a Hospital Housekeeper. The EVS Tech helps ensure a safe and healthy hospital environment by cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, operating rooms, common areas, and other spaces to help prevent infection. The role includes disposing of medical and hazardous waste according to hospital protocols, restocking supplies, and maintaining floors and surfaces using specialized equipment and chemicals. The technician responds to urgent cleaning needs, such as spills or contamination incidents, and communicates promptly using phones, handheld radios, pagers, and other devices. The position requires maintaining cleanliness within the hospital and adjacent buildings, which may involve traveling independently between facilities. The posting lists an eight-hour day shift as available, but also identifies the shift as variable. Mission Regional Medical Center is a 297-bed, nonprofit hospital serving the Rio Grande Valley with inpatient and outpatient services. It is a member of Prime Healthcare.
Requirements
- One year of knowledge of acute-care hospital environmental service techniques, practices, and procedures is preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Must be able to read, understand, and communicate effectively.
Nice To Haves
- One year of knowledge of acute-care hospital environmental service techniques, practices, and procedures.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Clean and disinfect patient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas to help prevent the spread of infections.
- Dispose of medical and hazardous waste according to hospital protocols.
- Restock supplies such as gloves, masks, and cleaning materials in hospital areas.
- Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, and other surfaces using specialized equipment and chemicals.
- Respond to urgent cleaning needs, including spills or contamination incidents, and communicate promptly using phones, handheld radios, pagers, and other devices.
- Maintain cleanliness within the hospital and adjacent buildings, traveling independently between facilities when needed.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options
- Employer 401(k) options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
