Environmental Services Tech (PRN, 6:30am - 3:00pm)
WASHINGTON REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Fayetteville, AR
•Onsite
About The Position
The EVS Tech I reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is responsible for the daily cleaning and disinfection of patient and non-patient areas to support a safe, sanitary healing environment. This position has frequent interaction with staff, visitors, and patients and is expected to demonstrate courteous, service-oriented communication.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Nice To Haves
- Previous housekeeping experience in a hospital setting.
Responsibilities
- Follow departmental policies and manufacturer instructions for the safe handling, dilution, and use of cleaning/disinfecting chemicals and equipment.
- Stock and maintain the EVS supply cart/closet (e.g., liners, microfiber, paper products, disinfectants) at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices, restrooms, corridors, and other assigned areas according to established schedules and standards.
- Perform discharge/terminal cleaning and enhanced cleaning for isolation rooms as assigned, following infection prevention precautions.
- Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash, linen, and waste, including regulated medical waste, in accordance with hospital policy.
- Replenish disposable items such as soap, paper towels, toilet paper, gloves, and sanitizer dispensers as assigned.
- Clean and disinfect equipment and furniture (e.g., beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, tables) per unit workflow and EVS procedures.
- Respond promptly to calls for service including spills, bodily fluid cleanups, and room/equipment turnarounds; place appropriate wet-floor signage and follow safety protocols.
- Dust and spot-clean high and low surfaces, vents, ledges, and other touchpoints; focus on high-touch areas to reduce infection risk.
- Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow Standard/Transmission-Based Precautions as applicable.
- Use assigned tracking system and approved electronic devices to receive, document, and close tasks; communicate status updates as needed.
- Provide positive customer service and maintain patient privacy and confidentiality while interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
