Shift Ldr Env Svcs

Covenant Health•Knoxville, TN

10d

About The Position

Under general supervision of department leadership, the Shift Leader, Environmental Services is responsible for keeping the facility clean and sanitary to provide a healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role assists staff with cleaning tasks throughout the facility and exercises independent judgment and discretion while performing its duties. Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center is a 444-bed hospital recognized for pairing clinical expertise with advanced medical technology. It is a Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center and provides specialized services in bariatric surgery, robotic surgery, minimally invasive spine procedures, and advanced orthopedic care. The hospital is part of Covenant Health, East Tennessee’s largest nonprofit health system, which includes nine hospitals and nearly 150 service locations.

Requirements

At least one year of experience in healthcare housekeeping.
Sufficient formal education and/or prior work experience to demonstrate the knowledge, skill, and ability needed to perform the essential job tasks; this is typically equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
No licensure required.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Responsibilities

Participates in performance appraisals of staff on the applicable shift.
Participates in the hiring process, including providing hiring recommendations to the department leader.
Prepares documentation for possible disciplinary actions and makes recommendations to the department leader.
Recommends commendations, bonuses, or other appropriate recognition for outstanding performance by employees on the applicable shift.
Makes work assignments and directs work activities.
Coordinates staff relief for meals, breaks, and meetings.
Performs general cleaning of patient rooms and non-patient areas.
Safely uses and mixes chemicals.
Maintains carts and closets and keeps them stocked with supplies.
Handles clean and soiled linens.
Follows infectious waste procedures.
Performs quality checks.
Opens work areas as necessary.
Trains and orients new employees.
Assists in preparing work schedules.
Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Completes required annual education assignments.
Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
Performs other duties as assigned.