Environmental Services Technician

DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL•Duncan, OK

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides daily housekeeping services in Duncan Regional Hospital Health facilities and locations to ensure a safe, clean, and sanitary environment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and facility guidelines. The position follows established cleaning schedules and procedures, maintains patient and public areas, and uses custodial equipment and chemicals safely. The role requires regular attendance and punctuality, compliance with the dress code and safety protocols, and participation in required training and in-service education. Team members must learn and follow applicable Federal, State, and DRH requirements and procedures, understand facility fire and disaster plans, and follow established emergency procedures. The role requires respirator use and fit testing for team members at risk of specified exposures. Required vaccinations must be maintained under DRH policy, subject to available medical and religious exemptions. This is a safety-sensitive position under Oklahoma law, with drug-testing restrictions concerning THC.

Requirements

Fluency in oral and written English and effective communication skills.
Knowledge of the proper and safe use of custodial equipment and chemicals.
Basic ability to use technology related to job duties and responsibilities.
Ability to follow applicable regulations, policies, and procedures effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to adapt procedures, processes, tools, equipment, and techniques to meet position requirements.
Attention to detail.
Ability to provide excellent customer service with professionalism.
General knowledge of patient rights and housekeeping/environmental-services safety practices.
Blood-borne pathogen training.
Must meet and maintain required conditions of employment, including vaccinations under DRH policy; medical and religious exemptions are available upon request.
Must complete respirator and fit testing when required for exposure risk.
As a safety-sensitive position under Oklahoma law, applicants and employees cannot test positive for THC in applicable drug tests, including when holding a medical marijuana card.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
At least one year of housekeeping experience in a health care setting preferred.
General knowledge of cleaning and infection prevention preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform daily housekeeping duties as assigned according to Standard Operating Procedures.
Follow daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules.
Clean floors by dust mopping, wet mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming.
Clean movable and stationary furnishings throughout the facility.
Clean fixtures, including restrooms, light fixtures, and water fountains.
Dust and disinfect horizontal surfaces throughout the facility.
Remove trash and clean and disinfect waste containers.
Clean and disinfect restrooms in patient rooms and public spaces.
Clean public areas, including corridors, stairwells, elevators, waiting rooms, and lobbies.
Clean equipment and work areas as assigned.
Notify leadership of supply, equipment, maintenance, and repair needs.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts and follow the dress code policy.
Use assistive devices for lifting as required.
Learn and follow applicable Federal, State, and DRH rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; attend in-service educational programs.
Adhere to safety protocols and follow established procedures during drills and emergencies.
Implement DRH Standards of Behavior and demonstrate behaviors consistent with DRH core values.
Perform other related duties as assigned.