Environmental Services Technician I

Akron Children's Hospital•Akron, OH

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for daily cleaning of patient rooms, associated ancillary areas, and assigned support service areas. The role includes stocking rooms with paper products and performing discharge and terminal cleaning according to accepted practices and hospital procedures. The technician uses appropriate cleaning techniques, solutions, equipment, and tools, including UV light technology for terminal cleaning of walls, lights, and ceilings. The position also supports patient and guest relations by adhering to hospital and department standards and promoting a positive image of Akron Children’s Hospital. The technician maintains a steady pace, meets quality assurance standards, follows written and verbal instructions, and may fill in for other Support Services areas as needed. Annual respiratory mask fitting and recertification training are mandatory. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week onsite position with a variable schedule listed as 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Requirements

Proficiency in operating and maintaining cleaning equipment and tools commonly used in environmental services.
Knowledge of appropriate cleaning solutions, chemicals, and supplies, including correct usage and safety protocols.
Familiarity with cleaning techniques for various surfaces and areas to remove dirt, stains, and pathogens effectively.
Ability to perform specialized terminal cleaning, including cleaning walls, lights, and ceilings and using UV light technology.
Understanding of infection control practices and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and adherence to quality assurance standards.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and efficiently.
Annual respiratory mask fitting and recertification training is mandatory.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Two years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Clean patient rooms and associated ancillary areas daily, and stock rooms with paper products.
Clean assigned support service areas daily.
Select and use appropriate cleaning techniques, solutions, chemicals, supplies, equipment, and tools for each task.
Perform preventative cleaning in occupied patient areas according to Ten Step Interactive Cleaning and High-Profile Cleaning Procedures.
Perform discharge cleaning of patient areas according to the Interactive Discharge Procedure and discharge procedures.
Perform terminal cleaning of walls, lights, and ceilings, including use of UV light technology.
Follow infection control practices and hospital and department standards for patient and guest relations.
Promote a positive image of Akron Children’s Hospital.
Maintain high standards and a steady work pace, and achieve high quality assurance scores.
Fill in for other Support Services areas as needed to support operational efficiency.
Follow written and verbal instructions accurately and complete other assigned duties.
Complete annual respiratory mask fitting and recertification training.