What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Aide - PRN - Rotating position at VCU Health?
In October 2020, VCU Health completed the acquisition of Riverside Tappahannock Hospital, marking a significant milestone. Today, VCU Tappahannock Hospital is dedicated to advancing healthcare within our community and neighboring counties, guided by VCU Health's commitment to excellence, affordability, and community impact. Situated in the idyllic Middle Peninsula, our hospital serves the Northern Neck region, renowned for its quaint charm and leisurely summers along the picturesque Rappahannock River.
While VCU Tappahannock Hospital functions as a satellite facility compared to the larger VCU Health Medical Center in Downtown Richmond, Virginia, our standard of care remains uncompromised. Equipped with essential departments including Emergency, Critical Care, Operating Room, and Acute Care Units, our hospital thrives as a vital healthcare hub.
The Environmental Services Aide maintains the facilities within the highest quality standards for the industry while complying with all federal, state and local regulatory agencies’ guidelines.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Experience REQUIRED
None required
Experience PREFERRED
Previous environmental services work experience.
Previous experience with infection control procedures and universal precautions.
Education/training REQUIRED
Must possess reading and writing skills and comprehend and communicate in English.
Education/training PREFERRED
High School Diploma or equivalent
Independent Action(s) Required
Performs daily cleaning functions with minimal supervision and instruction.
Job duties may include the access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional Position Requirements
May require additional work hours/shifts outside normal schedule as need dictates.
Requires working some holidays and rotating weekends.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.; Lifting 20-50 lbs.; Lifting 50-100 lbs.; Lifting greater than 100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Hearing, Speak clearly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change.
Varies by Need (United States of America)
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
While VCU Tappahannock Hospital functions as a satellite facility compared to the larger VCU Health Medical Center in Downtown Richmond, Virginia, our standard of care remains uncompromised. Equipped with essential departments including Emergency, Critical Care, Operating Room, and Acute Care Units, our hospital thrives as a vital healthcare hub.
The Environmental Services Aide maintains the facilities within the highest quality standards for the industry while complying with all federal, state and local regulatory agencies’ guidelines.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A
Experience REQUIRED
None required
Experience PREFERRED
Previous environmental services work experience.
Previous experience with infection control procedures and universal precautions.
Education/training REQUIRED
Must possess reading and writing skills and comprehend and communicate in English.
Education/training PREFERRED
High School Diploma or equivalent
Independent Action(s) Required
Performs daily cleaning functions with minimal supervision and instruction.
Job duties may include the access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A
Additional Position Requirements
May require additional work hours/shifts outside normal schedule as need dictates.
Requires working some holidays and rotating weekends.
Age Specific groups served: All
Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)
Physical: Lifting less than 20 lbs.; Lifting 20-50 lbs.; Lifting 50-100 lbs.; Lifting greater than 100 lbs.
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Hearing, Speak clearly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change.
Varies by Need (United States of America)
EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
