EVS Manager

Kindred Healthcare•Redwood City, CA

1d•$76,000 - $96,000

About The Position

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates. Job Summary Manages the functions and activities of the Environmental Service Department, establishes policies, procedures, and objectives for the department. Provides new and innovative services and systems through information about new high-quality products, safety equipment and time saving methods.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Minimum 5 years experience in Environmental services.
5 to 10 years prior management experience.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists and educates co-workers on industry health care standards and procedures. Initiates corrective actions when necessary.
Responsible for implementing STANDARD precautions to reduce risk and prevent overall adverse outcomes.
Actively monitors the cleaning of the facility, including patient rooms. To ensure procedures are being followed and the facility is clean.
Collaborates with the Infection Control Nurse on cleaning practices and makes recommended changes as appropriate.
Inspects the physical condition of the hospital area. Places work orders with engineering for needed painting, repairs, hazards, etc. Reports to AACO.
Ensures adequate EVS supplies through prompt ordering and planning.
Works with linen contracting company to ensure adequate amounts and quality of linen. Makes periodic inspections of the Plant to ensure proper cleaning. Reports findings.
Ensures proper handling of regular and medical waste through employee education, proper signage and tracking of pounds of waste. Implements changes as needed to minimize waste.
Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company’s Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
Promotes adherence to the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Agreement by monitoring employee performance and identifying and responding to compliance issues.
Ensures that the housekeeping employees receive compliance training and all education necessary to perform their job responsibilities, as required by the Company’s Code of Business Conduct and the Corporate Compliance Agreement.
Ability to communicate in English effectively through verbal and written means to the extent necessary to perform job duties appropriately. Reading and comprehension at level necessary to perform job duties appropriately.
Must have good and regular attendance.
Ability to effectively problem solve and to make sound decisions.
Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working or interacting with patients, their families and other staff members.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
Performs other related duties as assigned.