Entry-Level Healthcare Environmental Aide I

Tufts Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Tufts Medical Center in Boston seeks an entry-level Environmental Services Worker to maintain a clean, orderly environment in patient areas, offices, clinics, and other assigned spaces under supervision.

The role focuses on routine housekeeping tasks, infection control, waste disposal, restocking supplies, and safe operation of cleaning equipment. One year related experience and a high school diploma preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to read simple instructions, write, and speak basic English.
• Operate floor cleaning machines and heavy-duty cleaning equipment.
• Interact with hospital staff, visitors, and patients in a friendly, cooperative manner.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, orderly patient areas and offices per standards.
• Transport and dispose waste and hazardous materials per procedures.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and tools.
• Assist with room cleaning and restocking supplies.
• Follow infection control practices and report equipment issues.
• Complete daily area inspections.

Skills

Read English

Write English

Speak English

Team interaction

Tools

Floor rotos

Vacuum cleaners

Compactors

Heavy duty cleaning machines

Job description

Tufts Medical Center in Boston seeks an entry-level Environmental Services Worker to maintain a clean, orderly environment in patient areas, offices, clinics, and other assigned spaces under supervision.

The role focuses on routine housekeeping tasks, infection control, waste disposal, restocking supplies, and safe operation of cleaning equipment. One year related experience and a high school diploma preferred.