Environmental Services Technician (EVS) / Housekeeper

UHS•Staunton, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician (Housekeeper) follows set routines to create and maintain a safe and clean environment for residents, staff, and visitors. This position shall provide cleaning services in assigned areas to maintain an orderly, aseptic physical environment.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be able to meet all training requirements, including CPR/First Aid Training and Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training (training provided during new hire orientation)
Must be able to meet the basic health requirements of hospital without restrictions
Must possess physical stamina to stand the majority of shift and to lift and move equipment and supplies
Physical demands require dexterity, good vision, ability to walk, stoop, bend, and be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
Previous experience required
Must possess demonstrated knowledge of cleaning techniques and equipment with aptitude for attention to detail
Reflect behavior, attitude, and appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
Must be able to read and write

Nice To Haves

Previous hospital experience is preferred
High school education or equivalent is preferred

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize common lounge areas, nursing stations, service areas, offices and school building according to schedule and established procedures which attend to furniture, floors, light fixtures, vents, glass doors, etc.
Clean restrooms and residents' rooms using the appropriate germicidal solutions
Maintain orderly, clean, and stocked custodial closets and cleaning carts, assuring that doors are kept locked from resident access