EVS Tech II - Housekeeping

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

2h • Onsite

About The Position

The EVS Tech II is responsible for maintaining cleanliness in assigned areas of medical facilities, including procedure areas, wound care, the emergency department, GI lab, intensive care patient-care areas, restrooms, waiting areas, public hallways, and other areas requiring Environmental Services support. Duties include sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, wiping, and cleaning floors and surfaces such as walls, ceilings, sinks, mirrors, showers, commodes, windows, and other glass. The role also includes terminal cleaning of isolation or exam rooms as required; removing hospital trash and linen using a compactor and cardboard baler; distributing linen throughout the hospital; and moving furniture or heavy equipment as directed.

The employee maintains assigned equipment, reports repair needs and unsafe conditions, follows infection-control and isolation practices, and uses tools, supplies, and chemicals appropriately. The role requires completing established competencies within the introductory period, following system and facility policies and safety procedures, delivering professional customer service, and working independently and collaboratively. Other related duties may be assigned.

Baptist Medical Center Hospital describes a supportive, collaborative patient-care environment and offers a benefits package that may include health coverage, retirement savings, paid time off, and development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by location and employment status.

Requirements

• Able to read, write, and understand English.
• At least 2 years of cleaning experience in hospitality or healthcare.
• Terminal cleaning experience.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or GED; alternatively, 2 years of full-time environmental services work experience in lieu of education.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning functions in assigned areas using prescribed methods.
• Maintain assigned equipment and arrange repairs when necessary.
• Observe and report the need for repairs to equipment, furniture, buildings, and fixtures.
• Apply proper infection-control practices and isolation techniques.
• Account for the cleanliness and neat appearance of assigned areas, complete schedules, and follow supervisors' instructions.
• Use tools, supplies, and chemicals for their intended purposes without damaging equipment or hospital property.
• Use good judgment and proper procedures when performing assigned tasks.
• Support the mission and vision of Baptist Healthcare System and provide excellent customer service.
• Understand and enforce system, departmental, and hospital policies and procedures, as well as established rules and regulations.
• Train in other functions or positions to support department operations and flexible staffing assignments.
• Comply with safety policies and rules, use appropriate safety equipment and procedures, report unsafe conditions, and check with supervisors when unsure of a safe procedure.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced, customer-service-oriented environment and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
• Complete assignments independently and as part of a team; take direction, use problem-solving skills, and interact professionally with coworkers, supervisors, patients, vendors, and the public.
• Communicate appropriately with employees and customers based on the situation and the person's age level.
• Perform all essential job functions while on duty.
• Comply with the Baptist Healthcare code of conduct and model ethical behavior.
• Use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Clean assigned medical-facility areas, including procedure areas, wound care, the emergency department, GI lab, intensive care patient-care areas, restrooms, waiting areas, public hallways, and other areas requiring Environmental Services support.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, wipe, and clean floors and surfaces, including walls, ceilings, sinks, mirrors, showers, commodes, windows, and other glass areas.
• Perform terminal cleaning of isolation rooms or exam rooms as required.
• Remove trash and linen from the hospital using a compactor and cardboard baler, and distribute linen throughout the hospital.
• Move furniture and other heavy equipment as directed.
• Complete established competencies for the position within the designated introductory period.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits may include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed