What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Aide position at EvergreenHealth Monroe?
Wage Range: $19.60 - $28.26 per hour. The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation, such as shift differentials and premiums may be available for this role. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, applicable education and internal equity.
Benefit Information:
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At EvergreenHealth Monroe, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
- Medical, vision and dental coverage w/premiums as low as $0!
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life, AD&D and Disability insurance
- Retirement plans (457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
- Generous Paid Time Off/Vacation/Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cafeteria Discounts
- Free parking
OUR MISSION:
EvergreenHealth will advance the health of the community it serves through our dedication to high-quality, safe, compassionate, and cost-effective health care.
OUR VISION:
EvergreenHealth will create an inclusive community health system that is the most trusted source for health care solutions
OUR VALUES:
Compassion - We care for and about our patients, families, and each other
Respect - We respect the beliefs and values of everyone we encounter
Excellence - We strive for excellence in all we do
Collaboration - We work in partnership and believe every voice makes a difference
Accountability - We are accountable to one another and to our community
Performs environmental services tasks for acute care hospital and associated clinical spaces. Maintains records and logs as required. Safely uses chemicals and machinery. Actively participates in departmental performance improvement projects. Performs other duties as assigned. Adheres to Hospital’s Policies, Procedures and Philosophy of Care.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, TRAINING :
High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Preferred minimum of one-year experience in commercial, non-residential cleaning. Basic math skills required.
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to operate a variety of equipment. Must be able to work independently and perform basic housekeeping tasks. Must have clear communication and interpersonal skills with ability to interact appropriately with the internal and external customers. Will use personal protective equipment as appropriate, and attending training related to blood-borne pathogens is required. Must have some knowledge of universal precautions, OSHA regulations, and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Adheres to all Federal and State regulations pertaining to hazardous materials. Hazards include, but are not limited to, risk of exposure to communicable disease, Blood Bourne Pathogens (BBP), household and commercial chemicals, hazardous waste, and risk of injury from operating equipment.
SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Light to moderate lifting up to 50 lbs. Must be able to bend, stoop, push and pull. Stands and walks for most of the working day.
SUPERVISED BY: Environmental Services Supervisor/Manager
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TECHNICAL
- Prioritizes daily work schedule to maximize work efficiency and meet service timelines.
- Maintains the sanitation and cleanliness of the hospital.
- Follows all infection control protocols, demonstrates proper hand washing procedures.
- Immediately performs STAT orders as assigned.
- Sweeps, mops, and vacuums and moves furniture if needed to clean thoroughly.
- Demonstrates proper use and storage of chemicals. Wears personal protective equipment as appropriate.
- Cleans equipment at end of shift.
- Cleans furniture and dusts surfaces within the facility. High dusting completed, using the deep cleaning schedule.
- Cleans walls, ceilings and horizontal surfaces within the facility (includes but is not limited to: baseboards and corners, countertops, pictures, shelves, room fixtures and waste containers).
- Handles and distributes clean and soiled linen per department guidelines and policy.
- Removes trash from waste receptacles cleaning (as required) and relining for further service.
- Maintains a professional appearance, demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills and interacts appropriately with the internal and external customers. Attends all in-service meetings and performs required annual training.
- Hangs cubicle (privacy) and shower curtains.
- Reports any repairs needed by submitting a work order or notifying Supervisor/Manager. Reports any unsafe and/or potentially dangerous conditions immediately.
Salary : $20 - $28
