Operations Manager, EVS (Housekeeping)

UPMC•Pittsburgh, PA

About The Position

Are you passionate about maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors? Our Environmental Services team plays a vital role in ensuring a sanitary and welcoming healthcare space. Join us in creating a healthier environment for all. Shift Details: Monday - Friday 2pm - 10:30pm On-call every other weekend No holidays Shifts will be further discussed during the interview.

Requirements

HS Diploma/GED required,
Bachelor's preferred
4 years relevant experience required
2 years relevant leadership experience required
Experience in customer service and quality/process improvement.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all phases of building maintenance.
Effective communication, organizational and management skills.

Nice To Haves

Floor care experience preferred.
Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and ensure implementation of department policies and procedures in an efficient and effective manner.
Maintain department standards relative to safety, JCAHO standards, established local, state, and federal regulations, and hospital policy and procedures.
Develop and maintain expenditures within the approved annual operating and capital budgets.
Recommend a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide services.
Determine the qualifications and competency of department personnel through timely, annual performance evaluations and competency reviews.
Establish and maintain good rapport and cooperative relationship with medical staff, co-workers, supervisors and others.
Assure the overall cleanliness and appearance of the facilities, including all relevant off-site locations.
Provide direction and oversight to department staff and supervisors.
Responsible for efficient and effective management of department inventory including linen, cleaning supplies and paper supplies.
Participate in selecting outside sources for needed services.
Practice universal blood/body fluid precautions.
Establish and maintain department goals consistent with hospital goals.
Ensure that all equipment is up to date and properly maintained to provide safe and effective operation.
Mentor and develop staff and supervisors.
Research new developments in cleaning supplies/equipment through continued education and vendors.