ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICE ASSOCIATE-EVENING SHIFT

Trinity Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Environmental Support professional to maintain cleanliness and safety in hospital settings. The role involves preparing rooms and ensuring compliance with health protocols while contributing to a diverse and inclusive work environment. Candidates should be detail-oriented, knowledgeable in safety standards, and capable of effectively managing time and resources.

Qualifications

• Experience in cleaning and maintaining sanitary conditions in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and use appropriate cleaning agents.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning tasks and maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Manage supplies for various units, ensuring proper sanitation.
• Follow infection control protocols and demonstrate proper use of safety equipment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Safety Protocols

Time Management

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

Provides environmental support to the hospital, primarily assisting nursing units to ensure a safe, clean environment. Responsible for preparing rooms for admitted, transferred, and discharged patients. Performs daily cleaning tasks, manages supplies for patient rooms, units, nursing stations, lounges, restrooms, offices, and other areas as assigned, following standard procedures of the environmental services department.

Maintains isolation precautions as indicated and recognizes their role in infection control. Performs routine cleaning and freshening per protocols, including terminal cleaning upon patient discharge following the 10-step process. Cleans and polishes metal or bright surfaces, and dusts horizontal and vertical surfaces from top down. Cleans high areas such as window tops and door frames using ladders when necessary. Washes sinks, plumbing fixtures, and replaces consumables like paper towels, soap, and toilet paper.

Spot cleans walls and windows, washes walls and ceilings, cleans spills, and responds promptly to urgent situations. Follows the 4-step process for cleaning floors and carpets, including sweeping, mopping with wet floor signs, vacuuming, and spot cleaning carpets. Cleans brooms and changes cleaning solutions as needed every third room or as required. Uses detergents, disinfectants, polishes, and finishes appropriately, following MSDS guidelines. Safely operates equipment, reports broken items, and notifies management of issues. Signs out pagers at shift start and returns them at shift end. Uses standard precautions at all times and demonstrates proper use of PPE and safety equipment such as gloves, gowns, masks, and eye shields. Applies good body mechanics when lifting, pushing, or pulling patients or objects.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a large not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare system committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, reflecting our Mission and Core Values. We value the diverse experiences, customs, abilities, and talents of our colleagues. A diverse and inclusive workforce ensures accessible, equitable care for all we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.