EVS Tech - Housekeeper

Phillips County Hospital•Phillipsburg, KS

14h

About The Position

The EVS Tech - Housekeeper independently performs cleaning and disinfection duties in patient rooms, offices, hallways, bathrooms, and other areas, helping maintain a safe environment and reduce the risk of infection for patients, visitors, and staff. The position reports to the Director of Environmental Services and works cooperatively with all hospital departments. On-the-job training is provided; relevant previous experience and a high school diploma or equivalent are preferred. No certification or registration is required.

Requirements

Relevant previous experience is preferred; on-the-job training is provided.
High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
No certification or registration is required.
Ability to lift supplies or equipment weighing up to 25 pounds multiple times daily.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged, extensive, or considerable periods.
Ability to reach, stoop, bend, kneel, and crouch considerably.
Ability to push, pull, and move moderately heavy equipment and supplies.

Nice To Haves

Relevant previous experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Dust furniture, woodwork, and equipment, and dust mop floors.
Clean and polish fixtures in utility rooms and bathrooms.
Operate mechanical floor cleaners, polishers, and vacuums.
Wet mop rooms, halls, stairways, and public areas.
Shampoo rugs and furniture.
Clean vents, fans, and other equipment using vacuum machines or appropriate tools.
Clean fixtures, tops, windows, door frames, and high areas using a ladder.
Gather and dispose of trash and waste materials.
Move furniture and other heavy objects as required.
Buff, strip, wax, and polish floors.
Set up for special events, including arranging chairs and tables.
Tear down after special events, including folding chairs and storing tables appropriately.
Hang drapes and dividers and take them down for cleaning.
Remove waste and soiled linens from work areas and place them in specified bags or containers.
Perform terminal cleaning procedures in patient rooms and prepare rooms for new occupants.
Follow isolation procedures in isolation rooms.
Clean and disinfect bathroom fixtures, floors, mirrors, windows, doors, and walls.
Participate in educational programs and in-service meetings.
Attend meetings as required.