Environmental Services Technician

Providence•Issaquah, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a member of a multi-disciplinary team that maintains the physical environment of the hospital at the highest level of cleanliness, both from an appearance and infection control standpoint. This position is responsible for continuously demonstrating proficiency in both basic and more complex or advanced cleaning techniques and supply stocking that would be used in patient, staff, office, clinic, surgical or visitor areas. Able to demonstrate proficiency in ability to work in areas that require advanced cleaning techniques such as Surgery, Labor & Delivery, NICU, Emergency Room (on shifts/situations, campuses where caregivers work in multiple areas) and Floorcare. Interaction/contact with visitors, patients or staff can vary from limited to high. Consistently and routinely demonstrates both skill and knowledge in the safe use of chemicals, equipment, cleaning techniques and infection control methods necessary to maintain the departments established quality standards. Is knowledgeable and demonstrates competence in the safe handling and removal of medical waste, inclusive of hazardous, regulated, infectious, recyclable, and innocuous (regular) waste. Is knowledgeable and able to demonstrate competence in computer use with high level of frequency required. Providence Swedish caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Issaquah and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

1 year of customer service experience

Nice To Haves

Vocational training and certification
1 year of experience in housekeeping or janitorial/custodial work in a healthcare/long term care setting or hotel setting

Responsibilities

Maintain the physical environment of the hospital at the highest level of cleanliness, both from an appearance and infection control standpoint.
Demonstrate proficiency in basic and advanced cleaning techniques and supply stocking in patient, staff, office, clinic, surgical, or visitor areas.
Work in areas requiring advanced cleaning techniques such as Surgery, Labor & Delivery, NICU, Emergency Room, and Floorcare.
Demonstrate skill and knowledge in the safe use of chemicals, equipment, cleaning techniques, and infection control methods.
Handle and remove medical waste, including hazardous, regulated, infectious, recyclable, and innocuous waste.
Utilize computer systems with high frequency.