EVS Technician

Kaiser Permanente • Olympia, WA

293d

About The Position

The position involves primary relief for a systematic service of healthcare sterilizing exam/patient rooms, restrooms, public areas, etc. The role is crucial for ensuring a quality environment for Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington staff, patients, and visitors by performing low-level maintenance, routine safety and security surveillance, and cleaning areas and surfaces using approved disinfectants, equipment, and supplies. The job requires dedication and reliability, contributing to a sustainable future.

Requirements

• Communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year of custodial experience in an outpatient setting.
• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).

Responsibilities

• Cleans patient, staff, and public areas using appropriate cleaning solutions and the 7-step cleaning procedure.
• High dust all flat surfaces over 6ft using high dusting tool and head or ladder as needed.
• Empty all trash receptacles, wipe inside and outside with germicide solutions, and reline receptacles.
• Damp wipe/spot clean all surfaces, furnishings under 6 ft, and spot wipe walls and partitions as needed.
• Dry mop all floors using dust mop frame and treated head, including under and behind all furnishings.
• Bathroom cleaning to include wiping all surfaces, shelves, sink, showers, and toilet.
• Damp mop entire room to include under and behind furnishings.
• Inspect the area to ensure that all steps have been completed and the area looks neat and clean.
• Cleans corridors and public areas using the 4-step cleaning procedure.
• Move furniture and equipment for cleaning, re-arranging, and meeting room setups.
• Safely operate electric and battery-powered cleaning equipment such as vacuums, buffers, burnishes, auto scrubbers, and extractors.
• Transport trash and debris properly protected.
• Complete projects such as scrubbing/stripping and refinishing floors, bonnet buffing, and extracting carpets.
• Extract upholstery, clean wheelchairs, lights, vents, and radiators.
• Close and remove sharp containers when full.
• Move clean and/or soiled linen carts to/from patient and other areas, properly protected.
• Conduct routine surveillance of the interior building spaces and take appropriate action to prevent violations of safety and security policies.
• Lock doors and arm alarms as required.
• Sweep exterior sidewalks adjacent to entryways and perform snow removal duties as needed.
• Conduct minor maintenance tasks such as clock adjustment, minor telephone repair, lamp replacement, and thermostat adjustment.
• Understand and comply with Washington State Department of Health guidelines and codes.
• Maintain a safe working environment following all OSHA WISHA regulations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed