Environmental Services Aide

Fairview Health Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO/vacation

Safe and Sick Time

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Job summary

Fairview Health Services is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to join Riverside Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. The role supports cleanliness, infection control, and safety in patient areas and common spaces.

The position is evening shift, 0.5 FTE, benefit eligible, with every-other-weekend availability. Union representation by SEIU and a focus on teamwork and resident comfort define the role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in Housekeeping/Environmental Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning assignments per department procedures and protocols.
• Follows infection control practices and procedures.
• Utilizes proper chemical dilution dilutions and equipment.
• Replenishes supplies and handles linens and waste safely.
• Documents work assignments and participates in safety procedures.
• Provides courteous customer service and supports a respectful environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Infection control

Safety practices

Equipment handling

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview is looking to hire an Environmental Services Aide to join our team at Riverside Hospital in Minneapolis, MN. This position is approved for 40 hours every two weeks (0.5 FTE) and is benefit eligible. This is an evening shift position and requires availability to work every other weekend. This position is represented by SEIU.

Schedule

Week 1

Tue: 5:00pm - 1:30am

Sat: 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Sun: 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Week 2

Mon: 5:00pm - 1:30am

Fri: 5:00pm - 1:30am

Overview

Perform cleaning duties as assigned to keep the facility orderly, attractive, clean and sanitary.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning assignments per department procedures and protocols
• Uses proper chemical dilution rations
• Follows infection control practices and procedures
• Follows proper procedure for assigned area
• Completes assignments in a timely manner
• Uses proper equipment and supplies for task
• Replenishes supplies
• Properly handles soiled and clean linens in assigned areas
• Properly handles and disposes of biohazardous and non-biohazardous waste
• Uses good body mechanics
• Uses safe work practices i.e. floor signs, use of gloves, follow hazard signs/symbols
• Remains flexible to change assignments as needed
• Contributes process improvement ideas/suggestions
• Properly documents work assignments
• Demonstrates proper emergency and security response
• Takes immediate action as required to assist with emergency codes
• Unlocks and secures access to building as directed
• Cleans emergency spills as needed
• Demonstrates proper use and care of equipment
• Uses proper equipment for assignment/task
• Properly cares for equipment and takes action for preventive maintenance
• Reports malfunctioning equipment
• Uses safety precautions
• Customer Service
• Uses appropriate verbal and nonverbal greetings
• Demonstrates a willing and helpful attitude
• Demonstrates respect for customer’s need for privacy
• Performs activities in a respectful, courteous, and responsive manner
• Transports furniture and equipment as requested
• Reports mechanical failures or negative conditions to appropriate supervisor
• Interpersonal Relations with Healthcare Team
• Offers and values constructive criticism
• Resolves issues in a respectful manner
• Uses first party communication
• Demonstrates respect for others
• Demonstrates ability to provide care or service adjusting approaches to reflect developmental level and cultural differences of population served.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School diploma/GED
• Previous Housekeeping/Environmental Service experience

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/benefits/localseiu

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status