Environmental Services Technician I

Ventura • Ventura, CA

3d

About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician I maintains a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the hospital in accordance with Community Memorial Healthcare quality standards and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The role cleans and disinfects patient rooms, surgical and procedural areas, bathrooms, laboratories, offices, hallways, and other hospital areas; maintains environmental services supplies and orders necessary equipment as appropriate; and follows procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous waste.

Cleaning patient rooms throughout the hospital is an essential responsibility, including rooms occupied by patients with COVID-19 or other communicable diseases. The work may involve exposure to these illnesses. The EVS Department provides personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, and training on its proper use.

Requirements

• Read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS) related to the safe use and handling of chemicals.
• Interact with patients, customers, coworkers, and all levels of hospital staff in a courteous, service-oriented manner.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Previous experience in housekeeping, janitorial services, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, including rooms occupied by patients with COVID-19 or other communicable diseases.
• Clean and disinfect surgical and procedural areas, bathrooms, laboratories, offices, hallways, and other hospital areas.
• Maintain environmental services supplies and order necessary equipment as appropriate.
• Handle and dispose of biohazardous waste according to proper procedures.
• Follow applicable hospital quality standards and local, state, and federal regulations.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Shift differentials
• In-house registry rates
• Fidelity 403(b) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Voluntary worksite benefits
• Employee assistance program available 24/7
• Tuition reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Recognition programs
• Employee service recognition events
• Home, retail, travel, and entertainment discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed