Environmental Services, Housekeeping - Muskogee (1st shift)

Saint Francis Health System•Muskogee, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Worker cleans patient rooms and general spaces throughout Saint Francis Hospital Muskogee, maintaining designated areas to established cleaning standards and following safe work practices, infection-control procedures, and disinfection and sterilization guidelines. This is a full-time, first-shift position working 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 40 hours per week, with availability required every other weekend. The position qualifies for benefits. The role works directly with patients and customers and collaborates with healthcare professionals and staff. It requires customer-service skills, the ability to follow oral instructions and safety signage, and the ability to meet the position’s physical requirements and working conditions. The position is designated safety-sensitive under Oklahoma law.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED is preferred.
No work experience is required.
Prior licensure, registration, or certification is not required.
Ability to prioritize work efficiently and effectively.
Ability to read and write and understand oral instructions and safety signage.
Ability to meet the physical requirements and working conditions of the job.
Customer-service orientation.
Ability to use a phone or paging system for cleaning assignments.
Availability to work every other weekend.
This is a safety-sensitive position; under the stated Oklahoma law, employers may refuse to hire or may discipline or discharge employees in safety-sensitive jobs for a positive marijuana test, even with a valid medical-marijuana license.

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize designated areas, including patient rooms, bathrooms, and common spaces.
Clean, buff, and apply sealer and finish to hard-surface floors; vacuum, shampoo, and extract carpets.
Use and maintain power equipment and hand tools for cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, and furniture.
Collect and remove waste, including biomedical waste and recycling; clean trash chutes and receptacles.
Mix or obtain cleaning solutions from dispensing systems and use appropriate methods, solutions, and equipment for different surfaces.
Restock cleaning supplies and items such as toilet paper, paper towels, and soap.
Carry out bed-tracking tasks as needed.
Report maintenance or repair needs to management.