Manager Environmental Services-EVSMGR

ForeFront Healthcare Pvt Ltd•Knoxville, TN

3h•$50,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Forefront is dedicated to enhancing lives through exceptional culinary and support services. As a leader on our team, you play a vital role in driving operational success within a healthcare environment. Through our core values Tenacity, Integrity, Creativity, Service Excellence, Safety, and Caring, you will lead teams, ensure high-quality service delivery, and help create a clean, safe, and healing environment for all. If you are passionate about leading people, developing teams, and making a meaningful impact, we invite you to join us.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required
Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience in EVS, healthcare, or hospitality operations.
Knowledge of regulatory compliance, infection prevention, and safety standards.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Experience managing budgets, schedules, and performance metrics.

Nice To Haves

associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise and support EVS supervisors, technicians, and laundry staff.
Oversee laundry operations, including staffing, workflow, equipment, and infection prevention practices.
Ensure compliance with OSHA, CMS, TJC, and other applicable regulations.
Develop and monitor departmental schedules, assignments, and productivity standards.
Conduct regular inspections and quality audits of patient/resident areas, public spaces, and laundry operations.
Manage departmental inventory, equipment maintenance, and supply orders.
Implement performance metrics and track KPIs for operational efficiency and service quality.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support infection prevention, patient satisfaction, and safety initiatives.
Support the Director in preparing reports, evaluating departmental performance, and implementing new programs or initiatives.
Responsible for acting in conformance with all facility and departmental policies and procedures including those relating to Human Resources, Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, Health and Safety regulations, Compliance requirements, Patient Rights, Confidentiality, and HIPAA.
Responsible for acting in conformance with accrediting agency standards.
Attends department meetings as required.
Demonstrates accountability to accept responsibility for personal/professional growth and any required certification/licenses, if applicable.
Completes mandatory training and competencies annually.