What are the responsibilities and job description for the Experienced Housekeeper Environmental Services Full-Time evening shift (Nampa) position at Saint Alphonsus Health System?
Position Purpose:
Saint Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Nampa, ID is looking to hire an experienced full-time Environmental Services Technician (Housekeeper).
Part of the responsibilities will be assisting with cleaning floors. Experience with floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, etc. is helpful.
Position Highlights and Benefits:
- Schedule Information: This position will be scheduled for 40 hours a week working in the evenings 3pm-11:30pm Monday-Friday every other weekend.
- Day 1 Benefits for colleagues! Our comprehensive benefit package includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and more.
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- One year of relevant experience required.
- Certification as a Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) through the Association for Healthcare Environment preferred within 1 year of hire and required within 2 years of hire.
What You Will Do:
- Disinfect patient treatment, invasive care areas, staff and visitor areas to maximize infection prevention, enhance patient safety, ensure EOC compliance and enhance the visual appeal of assigned areas in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Perform collection, storage, and disposal of general medical, biohazard, pharmaceutical, chemotherapy, sharps and soiled linen products from patient treatment areas in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Interact verbally with patients and visitors to provide directions, hospital information, guest room services and general hospitality.
- Perform project work to include cubicle curtain changes, construction cleanup, floor refinishing, carpet cleaning, wall washing, refrigerator cleaning, and other projects as assigned.
- Prepares patient rooms, exam rooms and patient support areas for new patients including disinfection, bed making, floor care, and supplies replenishment in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Highlights and Benefits:
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
- We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
- Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
- We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
Visit https://www.saintalphonsus.org/careers/ to learn more!
Ministry/Facility Information:
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
- Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
- The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
- Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
