Environmental Services Technician I - Claremore Clinic

Cherokee Nation • Claremore, OK

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About The Position

The Environmental Services Technician I performs healthcare cleaning and disinfection duties while applying knowledge of healthcare cleaning principles, safe chemical use, and equipment handling. The role helps maintain a safe, clean environment for patients, guests, and staff and performs work under general supervision. The technician handles basic issues and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff.

Requirements

• Ability to understand and follow directions.
• Self-direction.
• Physical stamina.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures.
• Must obtain DOT Training Certification within 60 days of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must obtain Certified Health Care Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) Certification within one year of hire and maintain it throughout employment.
• Must not be under sanction by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or the General Services Administration (GSA), or listed on the specified OIG or GSA exclusion lists.
• May be required to meet and maintain periodic background investigation and adjudication for child care.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect restrooms, offices, patient care areas, and common areas.
• Use and apply appropriate cleaning chemicals.
• Clean office furniture, windows, and light fixtures.
• Collect and dispose of trash from inside buildings and surrounding premises.
• Move office furniture and other items.
• Operate floor maintenance equipment, including buffers, strippers, vacuums, and extractors.
• Restock custodial supplies.
• Handle and dispose of biohazardous waste or materials according to infection prevention policies and practices.
• Operate disinfection equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, guests, and staff.
• Perform terminal cleanings.
• Follow safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
• Adhere to patient privacy requirements and organizational safety, risk management, and infection prevention guidelines and standards.
• Perform laundry duties, collect soiled linens, and stock clean linens.
• Accept packages and deliveries and distribute them to departments or staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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