ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES TECHNICIAN - FT

TOTALLY KIDS REHABILITATION HOSPITAL•Loma Linda, CA

3d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital is dedicated to enriching the health and quality of life of children with medical and developmental needs and who benefit from habilitation and rehabilitation services and the supportive use of technology. We are committed to meeting their medical, physical, developmental, social, psychological and spiritual needs through a blend of tenderness and expertise. Totally Kids Rehabilitation Hospital has a position available for an Environmental Services (EVS) Technician. The Environmental Services (EVS) Technician is responsible for the safety and cleanliness of the hospital, Circlebrook, KidShip, corporate, and Kids 4 Ever house. This includes laundry, housekeeping, and janitorial tasks within each building of the organization. The EVS Technician contributes to the effective operations of the Environmental Services department by daily cleaning and supplying of patient/client rooms, treatment rooms, classrooms, restrooms, utility room, nursing stations, lounges, offices, waiting areas, and other areas as assigned in accordance with policies and guidelines. The EVS technician uses applicable cleaning equipment products and supplies in the performance of job responsibilities. The EVS technician monitors laundering machines to clean articles such as sheets, towels, rags, wiping cloths and filters clothes by sorting. Maintains a working knowledge of department standard operating procedures. This knowledge may include the use of specialized equipment, quality control requirements, and preventive maintenance.

Requirements

Minimum of one (1) month related experience and/or training in environmental services
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Must possess good work ethics and a professional image at all times
Knowledge of CMS conditions of participation, CDPH state regulations, CCS, and TJC (hospital, nursing care center, and laboratory) accreditation requirements as applicable to job
Working knowledge of computer and software applications as applicable to job
Possess strong communication, interpersonal and collaboration skills
Works responsibly in a team environment as well as independently
Manages confidential information effectively and appropriately

Responsibilities

Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms and departments utilizing the proper cleaning methods, equipment and chemicals. Including cleaning of bathrooms, walls, windows, doors, and floors
Empties trash/wastebaskets and transports to appropriate disposal area according to the policy
Assists with the distribution and storage of supplies
Secures the handling and transporting of medical waste
Recognizes, comprehends and follows the direction of designated signs, symbols, and written instructions
Cleans and organizes janitor closet per department and regulatory standards
Ensures janitor closet and carts are locked and secured at all times
Utilizes the appropriate chemicals, supplies, and cleaning techniques according to policy and manufacturers recommendation
Utilizes safety signs, WET FLOOR and barriers sections of floor for cleaning where applicable
Cleans and sanitizes offices and public areas utilizing the proper cleaning methods, equipment and chemicals Including cleaning of bathrooms, lobbies, corridors, stairways, walls, windows, doors, floors, and elevator
Maintains safety in the handling and transporting of soiled and clean linen according to policy
Bleaches specified articles according to formula
Understands correct use of pre-programmed cycles. Loads articles into washer and adds specified amount of detergent, soap, or other cleaning agent. Starts machine that automatically washes and rinses articles
Unloads wet articles from washer and places them into dryers for measured time cycles
Sorts dried articles according to the identification numbers or type. Folds and places items in appropriate storage bins
Sorts and counts articles to verify quantities on laundry lists
Records water, dryer and lint logs daily
Performs all assigned tasks in a professional manner
Completes work within designated time
Operates and maintains all equipment correctly and safely as applicable to job
Understands and reads equipment operation manuals as applicable to job
Replenishes supplies and notifies EVS supervisor when supplies need to be ordered
Participates in the training of new employees and offers guidance, assistance, and direction to less experienced personnel
Works days, evening, or nights as assigned
Attends at least 50% of staff meetings annually
Participates in department quality assurance performance improvement (QAPI) activities
Demonstrates knowledge of current practice and the roles and functions of patient care team members as applicable to job
Ensures compliance with the state and federal regulatory agency standards, and policies of the organization
Adheres to professional association standards of practice as applicable to job
Supports the development of an organization-wide patient safety program
Maintains and ensures patient confidentiality at all times.
Knowledge of the organizations quality assurance performance improvement (QAPI) program
Demonstrates effective interpersonal communication skills
Provides communications that is clear and effective. Uses positive verbal/nonverbal communications
Builds collaborative relationships in the organization
Exhibits effective conflict resolution skills
Holds self and others accountable for mutual professional expectations and outcomes
Adheres to the organizations professional attire (dress code) policy
Treats our customers with respect and courtesy. Keeping their information confidential.
Demonstrates a behavior which is always willing to assist
Complies with the organizations code of conduct and compliance standards
Maintains proper use of timekeeping system to record time
Maintains professional license and/or certification as applicable to job
Acts on feedback about personal strengths and weaknesses
Completes annual organization education requirements
Completes annual employee health requirements
Consistently reliable, truthful and honest
Ability to hear and convey important and difficult information up and down the organization
Maintains a level of competency to provide reliable positive outcomes in areas of responsibility