EVS Aide I/Per Diem

Gaylord Hospital • Wallingford, CT

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About The Position

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a health system dedicated exclusively to medical rehabilitation, providing inpatient and outpatient care for people throughout their recovery. Its mission is to enhance health, maximize function, and transform lives, guided by the values of Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

The EVS Aide I provides timely cleaning of patient rooms and helps maintain cleanliness across departments. The role performs discharge cleaning, routine patient-room maintenance, cycle cleaning, office cleaning, and cleaning of ancillary areas to support continuous patient care and smooth daily operations. This position is per diem.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required if operating hospital vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform discharge and cycle cleaning of patient rooms.
• Clean ancillary areas, including offices, restrooms, nurses’ stations, and showers.
• Perform daily floor maintenance, including sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping, to prevent slips, falls, and contamination.
• Wash walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, door panels, and sills; spot-clean walls, windows, doors, and stainless steel; and perform high and low dusting.
• Dust furniture and equipment.
• Disinfect and sterilize equipment.
• Respond promptly to spills and cleanups involving bloodborne pathogens or hazardous materials.
• Restock supplies.
• Follow infection-control protocols to help prevent the spread of bacteria, viruses, and hospital-acquired infections.
• Disinfect and sanitize patient rooms, restrooms, and high-touch surfaces such as door handles, bed rails, and call buttons using hospital-approved disinfectants and proper techniques.
• Handle soiled linens, biohazardous waste, and bodily fluids properly to prevent contamination.
• Follow hand-hygiene and personal protective equipment (PPE) protocols for personal and patient safety.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED