EVS Associate - Einstein Main Hospital (Per Diem, Days)

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Environmental Services (EVS) Associate aids in maintaining a high quality standard of housekeeping by performing cleaning functions in assigned areas, following specific methods to provide patients, visitors, and staff with a sanitary, orderly, and safe patient care environment. EVS Associates help prevent cross-contamination, control bacteria and odor, and sustain acceptable aseptic conditions. They may also assist with moves, recycling, supply delivery, and the removal of trash and biohazard waste. Jefferson is a nationally ranked institution, primarily located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey. It is comprised of over 65,000 individuals dedicated to providing high-quality clinical care, improving community health, preparing future professional leaders, and creating new knowledge through research. Thomas Jefferson University, which includes Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and now encompasses 10 colleges and three schools offering more than 200 undergraduate and graduate programs to over 8,300 students. Jefferson Health is nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serving patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospital campuses and over 700 outpatient and urgent care locations. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for over 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education.

Nice To Haves

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• 6 months to 1 year of experience in housekeeping or cleaning in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Establishes and maintains clean, sanitary, and safe environment in assigned work areas by following departmental policies and procedures.
• Proper disposal of biohazards according to EPA and OSHA codes and regulations.
• Handle the disposal of environmental Contaminants such as: batteries, thermometers (mercury), and needles.
• Keep biohazard food and loading area safe and clean of debris.
• Maintains equipment, clean carts, buckets, floor machines, other equipment, and supply closets to give the hospital a professional appearance.
• Must comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances.
• Follows hospital/departmental policy on hand hygiene.
• Completes and maintains all carpet and hard surface flooring in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Observes safety precautions when pushing equipment.
• Reports faulty mechanical, structural or electrical problem in accordance with safety policy creating an environment of safety.
• Utilizes wet floor signs to prevent slippage by patients, employees, and visitors in accordance with safety policy.
• Performs duties in compliance with policy and safety practices.
• Converses with patients and visitors using scripting to establish dialogue and extend every possible courtesy.
• Demonstrates high standards of conduct in the work environment to make Jefferson the choice for patients and employees.
• Assist with the moving of furniture, equipment, supplies, recycling, and set-ups by request of the supervisor and/or staff.
• Respond to pages or phone calls in a timely fashion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (including prescription)
• Supplemental insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance
• Voluntary benefits (access to group rates on insurance and discounts)
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University (after one year of full time service or two years of part time service)

What This Job Offers

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