Environmental Aide-FT-Trinity Health Chelsea

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO (paid time off)

Life Insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Trinity Health Chelsea is seeking an Environmental Aide to maintain the hospital environment per regulatory standards and infection control policies. You will complete mandatory trainings and perform essential cleaning duties across patient areas and public spaces.

The role requires basic math, English literacy, and a preference for a HS diploma or GED plus some cleaning experience. It offers a full benefits package and growth opportunities within Trinity Health.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Able to speak, read, and write English.
• Possesses basic math skills.
• Experience: Three months customer service or cleaning experience preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Not required.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain patient towers, public areas, exam rooms, offices, etc.
• Cleaning all surfaces.
• Disinfecting all surfaces.
• Spot cleaning carpet and upholstery.
• Cleaning up spills.
• Changing linen and making beds.
• Operating vacuum cleaning equipment.
• Disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Reporting needed equipment repair and unsafe situations.
• Demonstrates a positive demeanor contributing to trust, respect, and teamwork.

Skills

Follow instructions

Communication

Attention to detail

Task prioritization

Walking/standing 90%

Lifting 40 lbs

Safety and body mechanics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Evening Shift

Description: The Environmental Aide maintains the environment for the Health System by performing environmental duties in accordance with Regulatory Agency Standards, Infection Control, and Hospital and Department Policies. Responsible for completing and understanding mandatory computer-based trainings. Performs all Essential Duties and Responsibilities of an Environmental Aide. Demonstrates required competencies. Colleagues of Trinity Health Chelsea benefit from… Competitive compensation Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance and Disability Retirement savings plan with employer contribution Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Able to speak, read, and write English. Possesses basic math skills.

Experience: Three months customer service or cleaning experience preferred.

Certification/Licensure: Not required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs a variety of general cleaning tasks to maintain areas such as patient towers, public areas, exam rooms, offices, etc., the Environmental Aide's essential duties include:

• Cleaning all surfaces
• Disinfecting all surfaces
• Spot cleaning carpet and upholstery
• Cleaning up spills
• Changing linen and making beds
• Operating vacuum cleaning equipment
• Disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
• Reporting needed equipment repair and all unsafe situations
• Demonstrates a positive demeanor that contributes to a culture of trust, respect, and teamwork

Behaves in accordance with the Code of Conduct, Service Excellence Standards, and the Mission, Vision and Values of SJMH.

Assumes responsibility for performance of job duties in the safest possible manner, to assure personal safety and that of coworkers, and to report all preventable hazards and unsafe practices immediately to management.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrated ability to:

• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Effectively communicate with patients, visitors, and co-workers.
• Concentrate and pay close attention to detail.
• Prioritize assigned tasks and organize work in a fast paced environment.
• Walk and stand for approximately 90% of work time.
• Frequently squat, kneel, and lift.
• Occasionally bend and twist.
• Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance.
• Lift, turn, push, pull, and position equipment.
• Ability to utilize safe body mechanics.

Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states.

Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.