Environmental Services Tech

Syracuse Area Health • Syracuse, NE

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Syracuse Area Health is hiring an Environmental Services Technician for benefited full-time evening/overnight shift, Monday Thru Friday (4:00 pm to 12:30 am, or 9:00 pm to 5:30am). Rotating Holidays, and no weekends. This position is responsible for keeping the Syracuse Area Health facilities clean in accordance with safety and infection control guidelines which support a safe and attractive environment for all services provided at SAH. Provide a clean, safe and friendly environment for patients, visitors and all staff in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous business/facility cleaning experience required with experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Strong customer service skills, including experience working with others in a courteous manner
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and utilize good time management skills
• Customer Service Driven Professionalism/Growth
• Basic reading and writing skills required in order to understand and use chemical labels, SDS sheets, OSHA standards, isolation procedures, written instructions and departmental policies
• Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times

Nice To Haves

• Previous business/facility cleaning experience required with experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects patient, ancillary and public areas as assigned daily following established procedures
• Operates manual, battery-powered and electric equipment such as mechanical floor cleaners and vacuums
• Maintains and stores all equipment in a safe, sanitary manner
• Collects, handles and disposes of designated waste streams and soiled linens in the prescribed manner
• Completes stat and routine discharge room cleans
• Adheres to all hospital required Safety, Risk Management and Infection Control practices
• Provides support with the training and orientation of new employees
• Greets and directs visitors, patients and staff
• Provide assistance as needed
• Attends all meetings and training sessions as required
• Follows established hospital and departmental policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned by management

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees