Environmental Aide-FT-Trinity Health Livingston

Trinity Health MI; Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health MI is seeking an Environmental Specialist to maintain a clean, safe hospital environment. You will perform general and deep cleaning, manage supplies, and support safety and infection control policies.

Responsibilities include operating room and patient area cleaning, linen changes, waste disposal, and training staff in environmental services best practices, while adhering to fragrance-free standards and healthstream trainings.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED preferred.
• Three months customer service or cleaning experience preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep cleaning of operating rooms, labs, kitchens, and other areas.
• Utilize cleaning techniques to deep clean equipment and spaces.
• Order, receive, and store cleaning supplies.
• Disinfect and wipe all surfaces; mop floors and dust.
• Assist in safety and training of staff on Environmental Services duties.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow policy and fragrance-free guidelines.

Skills

Disassemble equipment

Follow instructions

Communication

Attention to detail

Task prioritization

Mobility 90%

Lift 40 lbs

Body mechanics

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Position Purpose

Maintains the environment for the Health System by performing environmental duties in accordance with Regulatory Agency Standards, Infection Control, Hospital and Department Policies. Responsible for completing and understanding mandatory computer based trainings. Performs all Essential Duties and Responsibilities of an Environmental Specialist. Demonstrates required competencies.

Employment Type

Full time

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of general and specialized cleaning tasks to maintain areas such as operating rooms, labor and delivery rooms, kitchens, outpatient surgical center, etc. The Environmental Specialist's essential duties include:
• Utilizing complex techniques and/or products to deep clean equipment and areas
• Machine scrubbing corridors and floors; moving equipment in corridor to properly clean floors
• Ordering, receiving, and putting away cleaning supplies
• Hanging cubical curtains and draperies using a safe ladder
• Moving furniture, equipment, and trash as needed
• Assisting in keeping corridors clear of clutter, equipment, furniture, etc.
• Completing assigned deep cleaning projects such as stripping and waxing floors, washing windows and upholstery, shampooing carpet, etc.
• Cleaning all surfaces
• Disinfecting all surfaces
• Dusting all surfaces
• Replenishing all supplies
• Spot cleaning carpet and upholstery
• Cleaning up spills
• Changing linen and making beds
• Operating vacuum cleaning equipment
• Dust mopping and damp mopping floors, stairs, and landings
• Disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
• Reporting needed equipment repair and all unsafe situations
• Identifies safety risks, provides feedback and helps address safety issues. Actively follows safety policies, procedures and practices.
• Assists in establishing and maintaining an environment that is clean and conducive to patients, visitors, and co-workers' well-being and safety.
• Demonstrates a positive demeanor that contributes to a culture of trust, respect, and teamwork. Follows our Service Excellence Standards.
• Effectively communicates with internal and external customers (i.e. active listening, professionalism, appropriate tone of voice and language).
• Assists in the training of staff to perform Environmental Services duties.
• Participates in department and unit activities to improve quality and patient care.
• Demonstrates professionalism in dress and hygiene. Follows and adhere to the "fragrance free" policy.
• Responsible for maintaining knowledge of policy and procedures. Follows department's plans and scripts. Completes mandatory Healthstream in a timely manner.
• Performs duties in compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory requirements.
• Assists in keeping corridors clear of clutter, equipment, furniture, etc. for safety and aesthetic purposes.
• Maintains good rapport and cooperative relationships. Approaches conflict in a constructive manner. Helps to identify problems, offer solutions, and participate in their resolution.
• Maintains the confidentiality of information acquired pertaining to patient, physicians, colleagues, and visitors to St. Joseph Mercy Health. Discusses patient and hospital information only among appropriate personnel in appropriately private places.
• 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.

Other Functions And Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Experience And Certification/Licensure

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

Required Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to:
• Disassemble and reassemble equipment such as medical, cleaning, and kitchen equipment
• 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.