Area Cleaner-Environmental Services

Cleveland Clinic; Mentor (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Support Service Associates to join their newly built Mentor Hospital. This role offers a unique opportunity to train in patient transport, environmental services, and linen management. As part of a dedicated team, you will ensure high-quality care by safely transporting patients and maintaining cleanliness across various hospital areas. With comprehensive on-the-job training, you will gain valuable skills and contribute to the well-being of patients. If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to transport patients safely using wheelchairs and stretchers.
• Knowledge of cleaning and stocking supplies in various hospital areas.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients to and from clinical areas and ensure safety.
• Clean and maintain patient rooms and other assigned areas.
• Manage linen collection, distribution, and inventory.

Skills

Patient Transport

Environmental Services

Linen Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Our Mentor Hospital is a state-of-the-art facility offering Lake County residents enhanced access to Cleveland Clinic, one of the nation's top healthcare systems. With 4 operating rooms, 34 inpatient care rooms, and a helipad, we are making it easier than ever for our Lake County patients to access high-quality care close to home. Join Cleveland Clinic's newly built Mentor Hospital and become a part of Mentor's supportive environment where everyone excels and is valued for what they bring to the team.

Support Service Associates have the unique opportunity to train in patient transport, environmental services, and linen. You will be assigned to a work area depending on the department's needs for the day.

Work hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm.

Support Service Associates will:

1. Patient and Equipment Transportation: Transport patients to and from clinical, ancillary, and support areas via wheelchair, stretcher, or beds. Transfer patients to and from beds, wheelchairs, or stretchers. Transport patients during discharge to the hospital lobby. Ensure proper oxygen levels in tanks before transporting patients. Approach and offer assistance to patients and visitors. Communicate with other caregivers regarding patient arrivals and departures. Verify and confirm standard precautions and correct patient identification. Disinfect and maintain equipment. Perform environmental and safety checks. Identify and report malfunctioning ambulatory equipment. Move and deliver equipment and linen carts.
2. Environmental Services: Clean patient rooms, ancillary areas, exam rooms, offices, waiting areas, public restrooms, discharge areas, and other assigned areas. Stock supplies in rooms and restrooms. Follow all departmental safety requirements.
3. Linen: Collect, stock, and distribute clean or soiled linens. Perform daily inventory. Identify items for replacement. Assist with fitting of new uniforms. Issue lab coats and uniforms to authorized users. Sort and inspect uniforms returned from offsite laundry. Deliver lab coats and uniforms to locker rooms or coat closets. Assemble various linen packs for use in surgery and other departments.

Support Service Associates will complete three months of on-the-job training and orientation to learn multiple hospital and clinic locations, special procedures, patient emergency and safety procedures, and proper body mechanics necessary to safely move patients.

Preferred qualifications:

• A high school diploma or GED.

Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Learn more about our benefits.

Physical Requirements:

• Full range of body motion, including handling of patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye/hand coordination.
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing.
• Exposure to communicable diseases.
• Ability to exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, and 10-20 lbs. constantly.
• Physical demands exceed those for Medium Work.

Personal Protective Equipment: Follow standard precautions using PPE as required.

Salaries may vary and are best discussed during the application process. Cleveland Clinic is an equal employment opportunity employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.