Environmental Svcs Tech
About The Position
The Environmental Services Technician keeps patient rooms and other hospital areas clean and sanitized to help protect patients, visitors, and staff from illness or injury related to infectious diseases and other hazards. The role involves routine cleaning, using specialized equipment and techniques to sanitize different areas, safely handling disinfecting chemicals, and following proper disposal procedures for medical and biohazard waste. Cleaning procedures vary by location, including patient rooms, emergency rooms, operating rooms, hallways, nurses’ stations, waiting areas, and restrooms. The technician may also restock supplies and deliver clean linens. Friendly, patient, and personable interactions contribute to patient and staff comfort and safety.
Nice To Haves
- High school graduate with general studies and previous healthcare experience.
- High school GED with general studies and previous healthcare experience.
Responsibilities
- Clean and declutter appropriate hospital areas by dusting, sweeping, mopping, and disposing of trash.
- Sanitize hospital areas using approved tools and routines appropriate to each location.
- Use appropriate chemicals, procedures, and equipment to clean and disinfect surfaces thoroughly.
- Restock supplies in supply areas, common areas, and patient rooms, including soap, paper towels, bath tissue, facial tissue, bath linens, bed linens, and cleaning supplies.
- Follow proper procedures for disposing of medical waste, including biological or biohazard waste such as bodily fluids and sharp implements.
- Remain patient, kind, and personable when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
- Deliver clean linens to patient rooms as needed.
Benefits
- Benefits that complement and support work/life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
