Environmental Services Technician I

Moffitt Cancer Center

112d

About The Position

Under the direction of an Environmental Services Supervisor, the Environmental Services Technician disinfects and cleans areas to help reduce the spread of bacteria and infection and maintain a clean, fresh, and polished environment for patients and staff. The role supports the department in maintaining cleanliness across clinical, support, and other facility areas. The ideal candidate supports coworkers by meeting attendance requirements, adapts to changing needs, delivers quality customer service, and follows applicable safety policies and procedures.

Requirements

No prior experience required.
No education required.
Ability to follow basic oral and written instructions in English for the safety of patients and staff, including in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in healthcare, Environmental Services, customer service, janitorial work, or hospitality.
Completion of a healthcare environmental services training program from MacDonald Training Center.

Responsibilities

Disinfect and clean high-touch surfaces.
Clean and disinfect clinical inpatient and outpatient areas, including patient rooms, exam rooms, and nurse stations, as well as support and common areas, offices, laboratories, conference rooms, elevators, stairwells, corridors, and external grounds.
Handle and dispose of medical waste and sharps while observing required precautions, including properly tying and labeling bags.
Select and use appropriate chemicals, tools, and equipment for each situation.
Clean spills involving blood or other potentially infectious materials using established infection-control, safety, and departmental procedures.
Travel occasionally to off-site locations as needed.
Follow departmental and regulatory cleaning standards and procedures, including using proper disinfectants, labeling chemical bottles, and keeping carts organized.
Perform duties in accordance with safety and infection-control requirements, including hand hygiene and use of personal protective equipment.
Follow instructions and guidelines provided through Environmental Services management training and competencies.
Complete required departmental education and training to demonstrate competency.
Represent the Environmental Services department positively and professionally.
Maintain positive relationships and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff, and Environmental Services colleagues.
Report facilities or maintenance issues to a supervisor.
Complete other duties as assigned.