Environmental Services Technician - FT

Sanford Health•Tyndall, SD

1d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. The Good Samaritan Society is committed to providing an unprecedented level of compassionate care and a range of amenities so our residents can enjoy a carefree, fulfilling lifestyle with services tailored to their needs. Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and assigned areas for patients/residents, visitors and associates by following infection control, safety, and procedural guidelines.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred
Ability to use computer and prior cleaning experience is helpful
Knowledge of materials, equipment, cleaning methods and cleaning chemicals is helpful
Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills are required
Previous custodial experience in a healthcare environment is preferred

Responsibilities

Emptying waste baskets
Sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, or polishing floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines
Demonstrate knowledge of housekeeping processes, tools and techniques in a healthcare environment; ability to apply this to provide a clean and sterile environment for patients/residents and facility staff
May be responsible for cleaning patient/resident rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met
Wear the proper protective equipment following the appropriate guidelines
Keep storage, equipment and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy
Environmental Services Technicians will have access to pagers and other technology that they will be responsible to use appropriately when needed
Assist in the laundry areas as appropriate
Depending upon location and availability of programs, may have access to use of technology applications
Physical activities include but not limited to, considerable use of arms and legs and moving of whole body; such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials
Ability to lift and/or move up to 40-50lbs and push/pull up variable weight limits on flat surfaces or up and down ramps
This position will require the individual to be on their feet for the majority of their shift
May be exposed to certain levels of noise with the equipment in operation
Depending on location of position, work hours will vary depending on patient/resident needs
This may include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays