What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Technician position at Catholic Health Initiatives?
Catholic Health Initiatives is dedicated to nurturing and enhancing the quality of life for residents in Adams and Taylor counties, Iowa. Our mission encompasses providing comprehensive care in a familiar environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Provide a clean, safe, and friendly environment for patients, visitors, and staff in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Operate manual, battery-powered, and electric equipment such as mechanical floor cleaners and vacuums, maintaining and storing them in a safe and sanitary manner.
- Adhere to all hospital safety, risk management, and infection control practices.
- Identify and report work orders for maintenance and refurbishing needs.
- Inspect EVS equipment for cleanliness and need for repair.
- Support training and orientation of new employees.
- Greet and direct visitors, patients, and staff, providing assistance as needed.
- Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
- FOLLOW established hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
- Initiate and promote quality improvement, seeking customer requirements and cost efficiency.
Requirements
- Basic reading and writing skills are required to understand chemical labels, SDS sheets, OSHA standards, isolation procedures, written instructions, and departmental policies.
- Interpersonal skills necessary for effective communication and courteous interaction with supervisors, visitors, and staff to promote good relationships and assist in training other employees.
