EVS Tech-Housekeeping Part Time Evenings

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Lake Forest, IL

3d • $17 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The EVS Tech II supports Northwestern Medicine’s patient-first mission and follows the organization’s Code of Ethics, Corporate Compliance Program, policies, procedures, guidelines, and applicable regulatory and accreditation standards. This is a part-time role at Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital, scheduled Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., for 20 hours per week.

The role cleans and maintains patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms, and other assigned spaces, while supporting safe, effective housekeeping operations. The EVS Tech II follows isolation and contact-precaution procedures, manages supplies and equipment, communicates concerns, and provides courteous assistance to patients, visitors, and staff. The position also contributes to teamwork, continuous improvement, and efficient use of department resources.

Requirements

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Ability to use the department’s appropriate tracking and communication tools.
• Ability to work independently.

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of environmental services experience in a healthcare or hospitality environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas daily, including collecting and removing trash, changing bed linens, and sanitizing surfaces.
• Follow policies and procedures for patient isolation and contact precautions as necessary.
• Stock paper items and other supplies in assigned areas as needed or designated.
• Keep carts and equipment clean and in working condition, and store them in the appropriate area.
• Promote workplace safety by using wet-floor signs and PPE and ensuring housekeeping carts and supplies are not left unattended.
• Use chemicals and equipment effectively and safely, including using appropriate chemicals at the correct dilution ratio in properly labeled containers.
• Notify a supervisor when equipment needs repair and report safety hazards to a manager.
• Communicate issues to a supervisor, including inability to complete the schedule, and proactively report observed deficiencies or work requests and pick up debris outside the regular work area.
• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships with hospital personnel while protecting confidential patient information.
• Articulate the designated scripting model to customers.
• Use organizational and unit or department resources efficiently.
• Manage the work schedule efficiently and complete tasks and assignments on time.
• Contribute to continuous-improvement opportunities and processes.
• Participate in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, and improve and grow services.
• Maintain a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provide accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers; address questions and concerns or identify appropriate people and resources; and help patients and customers find their way.
• Use effective service-recovery skills to address problems or service breakdowns.
• Demonstrate teamwork by helping coworkers within and across departments, communicating effectively, respecting diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledging others’ assistance and contributions.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits, including tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, and 401(k) matching.
• A range of benefits intended to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being and provide protection for unexpected life events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed