What are the responsibilities and job description for the EVS Tech position at CommonSpirit Health?
Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.
CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.
CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.
Responsibilities
Job Summary / Purpose
The Environmental Services Tech cleans, disinfects, and maintains assigned patient care areas of the medical center in a sanitary, orderly, and attractive condition to promote a clean and health medical center environment for all employees, patients and guests in accordance with the mission and philosophy of St. Alexius Medical Center.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
- Maintains and cleans non-patient care areas at standard or above according to established procedure
and schedule while using correct chemicals in correct amount.
- Cleans and disinfects areas where patient care is given as assigned meeting the standard of care according to established procedure. Uses correct chemicals for appropriate bacteria in correct amounts; cleans equipment and items within the Medical Center using correct chemicals in correct amount. Assures equipment is handled with care.
- Follows hospital regulations for infection control to include washing hands thoroughly throughout the day.
- Possess skills/knowledge to perform service and operation of equipment specific to age groups- ensures environment is safe. Reports to nurse or supervisor any patient complaint.
- Responds to emergencies, STAT rooms or problems in department according to established policy.
- Ensures bathrooms are stocked and garbage removed as per procedure
- Reports mechanical failures or unsafe conditions to the Supervisor.
- Assists with cost control by appropriate stocking of supplies, caring for maid cart and other equipment to include cleaning and maintenance.
Qualifications
Preferred High School Diploma or equivalent |
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Ability to understand and complete written and verbal instructions. Ability to measure chemicals. Ability to drive riding equipment. |
Prefer experience in cleaning and disinfecting of patient care areas. |
