Enviro Serv Worker I

Steward Health Care; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Steward Health Care is seeking an Environmental Services professional to maintain sanitation in patient rooms, nursing units, offices, and public spaces within our healthcare facilities. You will follow safety procedures, adhere to infection control guidelines, and assist visitors as needed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, with 1–3 months of related experience preferred. The role requires the ability to work independently, observe safety practices, and participate in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, nursing units, offices, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and public spaces.
• Use appropriate cleaning agents and supplies in accordance with safety and procedural guidelines.
• Follow infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene and isolation protocols.
• Restock cleaning and hygiene supplies as needed.
• Safely transport trash and hazardous waste to designated disposal areas.

Skills

Cleaning

Sanitization

Infection control

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

• Perform all assigned cleaning tasks professionally, upholding the integrity of the Environmental Services Department.
• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, nursing units, offices, clinical areas, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, and public spaces.
• Complete work assignments efficiently and within designated timeframes.
• Use appropriate cleaning agents and supplies in accordance with safety and procedural guidelines.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment properly and safely.
• Adhere to patient confidentiality protocols at all times.
• Provide directions and assistance to visitors when requested.
• Introduce self to patients, families, and visitors to foster a welcoming environment.
• Identify and report safety hazards promptly.
• Safely transport trash and hazardous waste to designated disposal areas.
• Restock cleaning and hygiene supplies as needed.
• Follow infection control procedures, including proper hand hygiene and isolation protocols.
• Participate in departmental performance improvement initiatives.
• Maintain established quality standards in all cleaning activities.
• Work assigned shifts, including day, evening, or night, as scheduled.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Observe and follow all safety precautions consistently.

Professional Responsibility

• Adhere to dress code; maintain a neat, clean, and professional appearance.
• Wear proper identification while on duty and accurately use the timekeeping system.
• Report to work on time and complete tasks within scheduled timeframes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all privacy regulations.
• Uphold all regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to the role.
• Demonstrate ethical behavior in accordance with organizational policies.
• Communicate and embody the mission, values, and goals of the facility.
• Foster positive working relationships with physicians, staff, and health plan representatives.
• Represent the organization professionally within the facility and in the community.
• Assist and communicate respectfully with patients, families, and visitors.
• Attend required departmental in‑services and annual reviews.
• Participate in a minimum of 60% staff meetings annually (as scheduled).
• Complete all required annual education and training.
• Demonstrate accountability and independence in daily responsibilities.
• Support a culture of continuous improvement and service excellence.

Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Experience:

• 1–3 months related working experience preferred

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

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