Environmental Cleaning Specialist

Atrium Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Winston-Salem is seeking an Environmental Services / Housekeeping member to maintain clean and safe patient and public areas. The role involves comprehensive cleaning of assigned spaces, adherence to infection control, and timely task completion within a hospital setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, with the ability to operate cleaning equipment and work well in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• One year experience preferred.
• Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned areas: dusting and sanitizing furniture, windows, walls, ceilings, vents and fixtures; floors and carpets; restrooms restocked and bulbs replaced.
• Handles cleaning chemicals, disinfectants, and may assist with outdoor cleaning such as parking lots and windows.
• Removes waste and transports soiled linen; empties trash and sharps containers; handles hazardous waste as needed.
• Keeps equipment clean and reports maintenance issues to staff.
• Maintains a safe working environment and follows infection control guidelines and department standards.
• Attends in-service safety and training sessions to maintain knowledge.
• Meets time schedules and deadlines.

Skills

Prioritizes assignments

Ability to operate equipment

Excellent communication

Work in extreme temperatures

Cooperative teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

1 year experience

Job description

Atrium Health in Winston-Salem is seeking an Environmental Services / Housekeeping member to maintain clean and safe patient and public areas. The role involves comprehensive cleaning of assigned spaces, adherence to infection control, and timely task completion within a hospital setting.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience, with the ability to operate cleaning equipment and work well in a fast-paced environment.