EVS Tech I/Housekeeper Full Time Nights

East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association•Knoxville, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB Responsible for cleaning and supplying selected areas of the hospital to maintain an aseptic environment and prevent healthcare-associated infection using standard cleaning procedures and chemicals. REPORTS TO Supervisor - Environmental Services JOB REQUIREMENTS Supervisory Responsibilities: NO Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED Degree: General License/Certification Required: None Minimum Work Experience: Related experience preferred REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Ability to read and follow instructions. Must meet demands of an active position.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Ability to read and follow instructions.
Must meet demands of an active position.
Related experience preferred

Responsibilities

Using appropriate cleaning techniques, chemicals and personal protective equipment, disinfects patient rooms, core areas and/or office, including dusting, replacing trash and linen liners, restocking supplies, and promptly reporting maintainance needs.
Vacuums and damp mops all elevators routinely
Maintains work area and equipment in the condition required by department standards
Responsibly follows the hospital exposure control plans
Demonstrates an understanding and willingness that environmental care is an important part of the delivery of a care and service to Dolly Parton Children's Hospital.
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe role responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Interacts with people in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner and maintains confidentiality of al hospital and patient information.
Presents neat appearance in proper attire and identification as required by the position, department, and hospital policy.
Continuously displays a “can do” attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place at hospital.
Provides complete and accurate responses to safety questions.
Completes work assignments on time and makes the transition to the next staff member smooth and efficient.
Willingly accepts any other assignments that may be requested, including flexibility when interrupted before finishing their current work assignment.
Works efficiently and proactively informing EVS leadership of obstacles or issues that will impact meeting their work goals promptly.
Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.