Waste Handler

Sentara Hospitals•Norfolk, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital is hiring a Full-time, Night Shift Waste Handler to support the Environmental Services Department in Norfolk, VA. Hours/Shift: Full-Time, Night Shift working Monday through Friday from 11 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., and work every other weekend and every other major holiday. Responsible for transporting all types of waste, including RMW (Regulated Medical Waste), Recycled, Solid and Sharps and Chemo, as assigned, practicing safe work habits through the appropriate use various dedicated waste containers. Must follow procedures for transporting waste per departmental guidelines. Adheres to all regulatory standards for waste collection and transport.

Requirements

1 year of housekeeping/ESD experience required in lieu of High School Education.

Nice To Haves

Previous Waste Handler/Bio Hazard Waste Experience

Responsibilities

Transporting all types of waste, including RMW (Regulated Medical Waste), Recycled, Solid and Sharps and Chemo, as assigned.
Practicing safe work habits through the appropriate use various dedicated waste containers.
Following procedures for transporting waste per departmental guidelines.
Adhering to all regulatory standards for waste collection and transport.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met