Environmental Svcs Tech 1-Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center -3-11:30pm

American Addiction Centers

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services Tech 1 is responsible for cleaning and disinfecting assigned areas within the hospital and/or off-site facilities. This includes patient rooms, offices, restrooms, and other common areas. The role involves operating various equipment, using chemicals safely, maintaining a clean and orderly work environment, and ensuring customer satisfaction. A key part of the role is following procedures for patient discharges, including thorough cleaning and sanitization of rooms and beds, and replenishing supplies. The position also requires collecting and disposing of waste and linens according to established protocols, and maintaining a safe and attractive environment for patients, visitors, and associates. Continuous professional growth, attendance, and punctuality are also emphasized.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience
Basic computer skills preferred
Able to operate small electrical equipment e.g., vacuum cleaners
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to communicate effectively in English as related to the performance of the essential job activities outlined (including reading and comprehending chemical labels and other safety materials)

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect assigned areas by washing walls, doors, door frames, ceilings, patient televisions, windows, furniture, tile, fixtures, appliances, floors, and equipment using appropriate cleaning solutions and following specific schedules and procedures.
Operate various equipment following department procedures.
Use chemicals and solutions following department policy.
Keep work areas in an orderly, clean, and safe condition.
Utilize AIDET with both internal and external customers.
Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively.
Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel.
Display patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
Present the department in a positive manner to all contacts.
Maintain a courteous and pleasant attitude to patients, families, and other contacts.
Maintain confidential patient and departmental information.
Utilize the appropriate chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances, or problems.
Thoroughly wash and sanitize beds when patients are discharged; make beds with clean linen in accordance with department procedures.
Thoroughly clean and sanitize the entire room and washroom when patients are discharged, utilizing established department procedures.
Use appropriate germicide in disinfecting rooms.
Select cleaning materials and supplies appropriate to the job and transport them to the work area.
Clean all assigned areas utilizing the established department procedures.
Replenish supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissues, soap, etc.; pick up additional supplies from the environmental services storeroom when needed.
Routinely collect waste; sanitize all garbage cans.
Observe and follow Standard (Universal) Precautions, Infection Control Policies, and departmental policies and procedures.
Clean or sanitize after emergency spills as requested.
Place full, tied bags of soiled linen in linen chutes.
Ensure a safe, clean, attractive environment for patients, visitors, and associates at all times.
Wash hands thoroughly throughout the day; follow and adhere to Hospital handwash policy.
Prepare detergents, germicidal solutions, and other cleaning/disinfecting solutions according to established formulas.
Sweep, dust mop, and wet mop floor areas and spot clean carpets using appropriate solutions.
Shampoo furniture, carpets, and rugs using appropriate equipment and supplies and adhering to applicable schedules.
Identify types of soiling and/or spotting and utilize proper solutions as outlined in departmental policies and procedures.
Handle chemicals and solutions following departmental policies.
Ensure that all chemicals and solutions are in properly labeled containers.
Adhere to safety regulations as outlined in departmental policy and procedure.
Move equipment and furniture for cleaning, rearrangement, and/or relocation.
Arrange furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion, and in accordance with applicable floor plans, after cleaning assigned area(s).
Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops, and community affairs according to specifications of the responsible department/individual as required.
Clean equipment and notify supervisor of equipment needing repair.
Appropriately report safety hazards.
Return unused supplies to the closet where obtained, clean carts and equipment, and ensure all items are replaced in an orderly manner.
Collect and/or distribute soiled and/or clean linens, as required.
Collect trash and/or waste from all areas of the hospital, as required.
Collect hazardous and medical waste according to procedures established by the Infection Control Committee.
Sanitize all garbage/waste disposal containers.
Separate regular and recycle trash according to procedure.
Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and inservices.
Complete annual CBT's required.
Follow written department goals and objectives, and review annually with managers.
Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation.
Maintain proper attendance requirement outlined in the Hospital Policy and Procedure Manual.
Plan for special days off in advance and submit written requests for time off to department management for approval per departmental guidelines.
Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy.
Provide adequate notice to department management of absence, and in accordance to departmental policy, call two hours before the beginning of the shift.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program