EHS Assistant (Housekeeping) Full Time - Evening-3pm-11:30pm

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc.; Frederick, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick Health Hospital, Inc. is seeking an EHS Assistant (Housekeeping) for Evening shift (3pm–11:30pm). You will perform thorough 10-step cleaning of patient rooms, care areas, and public spaces while upholding our standards of patient satisfaction.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and 1–2 years in healthcare housekeeping or service work; ability to lift heavy items; strong English communication; and reliability for full-time on-site work in Frederick, MD.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of housekeeping or service work, preferably in a Healthcare Facility.
• Able to lift up to 75 pounds and handle physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough 10-step cleaning of assigned areas.
• Maintain patient rooms, nursing stations, departments, and public areas.
• Assist with bed moves, IV pole and pump cleaning, and stocking supplies.

Skills

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Emergency response

Verbal communication

English literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Healthcare housekeeping experience

Job description

EHS Assistant (Housekeeping) Full Time - Evening-3pm-11:30pm

Job Category: Support Services

Requisition Number: EHSAS012569

• Posted : August 31, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Job Summary

EHS Assistant is responsible for performing thorough 10-step cleaning and servicing of assigned areas of the Hospital in an orderly, systematic fashion using pre-approved products, tools and procedures. Incumbent must perform tasks in an efficient manner with cheerfulness and respect for patients, visitors and staff with a full and complete focus on patient/ customer satisfaction. Tasks will be completed in but not limited to, patient rooms, patient care areas, departments, offices, ancillary areas such as nursing stations, utility rooms, kitchens, work rooms, dictation areas, lounges, workrooms and public areas such as waiting rooms, lobbies, restrooms, elevators, and corridors.

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to report for assigned shift on time, ability to complete assigned tasks (after training) and ability to consistently complete full shift as assigned
• Must be able (after training) to demonstrate skills and knowledge in thoroughly performing 10-step cleaning process in all areas of assignment. Attention to detail with the ability to properly and consistently complete this process and to complete assigned Duty List
• Performs related services such as bed moves, cleaning of IV Poles and Pumps, cleaning of portable potties, stocking of supplies, etc.
• Must respond rapidly and with a sense of urgency to emergencies, special needs, stat discharge cleanings, spills, etc.
• Must maintain and demonstrate excellent verbal and oral communication skills in order to effectively, cheerfully, and supportively interact with employees, patients, patient's families, visitors and customers
• Must be able to read, write and communicate in English

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• One to two years' experience in housekeeping or service work, preferably in a Healthcare Facility

Physical Demands:

Medium-Heavy Work - Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).

Ergonomic Risk Factors:

Repetition :Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.

Forceful Exertion :The amount of physical effort required to perform a task (such as moving patients) or to maintain control of equipment or tools. The amount of force depends on the type of grip, the weight of an object or person, body posture, the type of activity and the duration of the task.

Awkward Posture :Posture is the position your body is in and its effect on the muscle groups that are involved in the physical activity. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, working overhead with your hands or arms, or holding fixed positions.

Contact Stress :Pressing the body hard on sharp edges can result in placing too much pressure on nerves, tendons, and blood vessels. For example, using the palm of your hand to hit or stick objects can increase risk of musculoskeletal disorders.

Working Conditions:

Tasks are physical in nature and one must be able to complete physical work and stand on feet for full 8-hour shift. Must be able to work with acidic, alkaline, and solvent chemicals using proper procedures and specified personal protection equipment (PPE)

• Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Risk:Category A - WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports directly to an EHS Shift Supervisor. May report directly to EHS Lead Assistant in the absence of the EHS Shift Supervisor. Receives oversight, training, direction and leadership from EHS Lead Assistant, EHS Shift Supervisor, EHS Operations Manager, and/ or EHS Director

Caring for you as you care for the CommUNITY

Frederick Health offers a comprehensive and affordable benefits package. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are offered the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment to all employees hired to work at least 20 hours per week and we offer multiple plans to best meet your and your family's needs. Life insurance, Short-Term Income Replacement and Long-Term Disability are employer paid for eligible employees. Frederick Health offers a robust Paid Time Off program for eligible employees. Our 403B retirement plan helps you save for your retirement and includes an employer match to eligible employees. All employees have access to free financial planning sessions. We also offer an educational assistance program to support your education goals as well as an employer paid Employee Assistance Program.

Pay is based on experience, skills and education. If position is part-time, salary will be pro-rated based on scheduled hours. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on specialty if applicable. Non-Exempt positions may have shift differential and/or Overtime paid, if applicable.

Hourly range: $17.51 - $19.54

Environmental Health Services
Full Time 80 hours per pay period
Nights 3pm-11:30pm
E/O Weekend and Rotating Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer
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