Environmental Assistant

Temple Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Temple Health in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Environmental Assistant to maintain a clean and sanitary hospital environment. You will clean patient rooms, restrooms and common areas, following established procedures to protect patients and staff.

The role emphasizes adherence to safety standards and efficient janitorial duties across patient and non-patient units, supporting a high-quality care setting. Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent; one year of housekeeping or

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• Experience in housekeeping or environmental services is preferred in healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of patient rooms, restrooms and common areas per established policies.
• Perform janitorial and environmental services to keep a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.
• Focus on both patient and non-patient units to ensure facilities are sanitary and well-maintained.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Job description

Job Description - Environmental Assistant (263419)

This position keeps the facility in a clean and sanitary condition following established policies and procedures. With a particular emphasis on patient and non-patient units, cleans and maintains patient rooms, restrooms and common areas within the Healthcare facilities. Perform various janitorial/environmental services necessary in maintaining a clean and safe environment.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Combination of relevant education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree Required

Experience

• 1 year experience in a recent housekeeping or environmental services role Preferred
• 1 year experience in floor maintenance utilizing commercial equipment Preferred
• 1 year experience working in a health care environment Preferred

Temple Health is a dynamic network of outstanding hospitals, specialty centers, and physician practices that is advancing the fight against disease, pushing the boundaries of medical science, and educating future healthcare professionals. Temple Health consists of Temple University Hospital (TUH), Fox Chase Cancer Center, TUH-Jeanes Campus, TUH-Episcopal Campus, TUH-Northeastern Campus, Temple Physicians, Inc., and Temple Transport Team. Temple Health is proudly affiliated with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.

To support this mission, Temple Health is continuously recruiting top talent to join its diverse, 10,000 strong workforce that fosters a healthy, safe and productive environment for its patients, visitors, students and colleagues alike. At Temple Health, your tomorrow is here!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Temple University Hospital's Episcopal Campus has provided quality care in our neighborhood for generations and is known for its behavioral health expertise- providing a wide array of outpatient services. The campus boasts a thriving med/surg unit, a full service emergency department, primary care and specialty physician offices. From our warm, friendly atmosphere to the resources of an academic health system, the teams at Episcopal come together and achieve together. Serving our patients as we would our family, the people of Episcopal deliver highly personalized care.