What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Aide position at St. John's Riverside Hospital?
Overview
St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.
St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its’ commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospitals’ vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.
St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.
Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong
Responsibilities
The Environmental Services Aide helps toprovide a sanitary and safe environment for patients, visitors and staff of the hospital through the performance of cleaning and service tasks with as little inconvenience to patients as possible. Selects cleaning materials and supplies, loads service cart or prepares equipment and cleaning solutions. Preforms general cleaning tasks instructed by supervisor on a daily basics.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent required. Knowledge of use of various cleaning solutions and when and how to apply. Must be able to follow oral and written instructions. Experience in housekeeping related equipment (e.g., vacuums, wet/dry pickups, automatic scrubbers, burnishers, buffing machines, wall washing equipment, shampoo equipment, etc.) preferred. Excellent communication and customer service skills required.
