Environmental Services Aide

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Career growth & advancement

Job summary

Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare is seeking an Environmental Services Aide to maintain clean, safe environments across patient rooms and common areas. You will assist with room turnover, follow infection prevention standards, and support a welcoming atmosphere for patients and visitors.

The role emphasizes independence and teamwork, attention to detail, and reliable attendance, ensuring high-quality care environments and collaboration with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform cleaning and sanitation duties safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to customer service.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, treatment areas, and common spaces.
• Prepare discharged and transferred patient rooms for new admissions.
• Follow healthcare cleaning and infection prevention standards.
• Maintain environmental services equipment, carts, and supplies.
• Transport and dispose of waste according to procedures.
• Assist with room turnover to support efficient patient flow.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment.
• Participate in departmental quality and performance initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and coworkers.
• Support organizational safety and infection prevention efforts.

Skills

Cleaning safely

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Dependable attendance

Education

High school diploma

Environmental services training

Job description

Pay Range $16.00 - $22.40 Schedule Information Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: M-F, 5:30a-2:30p Find Your Golden Opportunity at Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Join a team where compassion, excellence, and connection guide everything we do. At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, you're more than an employee. You're a valued member of a supportive organization that invests in your growth, encourages professional development, and empowers you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities every day.

As an Environmental Services Aide, you'll play a vital role in creating a clean, safe, and healing environment that supports exceptional patient care and positive experiences for everyone who enters our facilities.

What You'll Do

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, treatment areas, and common spaces
• Prepare discharged and transferred patient rooms for new admissions
• Follow healthcare cleaning and infection prevention standards
• Maintain environmental services equipment, carts, and supplies
• Collect, transport, and dispose of waste according to established procedures
• Assist with room turnover to support efficient patient flow
• Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment
• Participate in departmental quality and performance initiatives
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and coworkers
• Support organizational safety and infection prevention efforts

What You'll Bring

• Required Qualifications Ability to perform cleaning and sanitation duties safely and effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Commitment to customer service
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Dependable attendance and punctuality

Preferred Qualities

• Previous housekeeping or healthcare environmental services experience
• Knowledge of infection prevention standards
• Strong organizational skills
• Positive attitude and willingness to help others
• Ability to manage multiple priorities

What Success Looks Like

• Consistently maintain clean and sanitary environments
• Support patient safety and infection prevention efforts
• Deliver exceptional service to patients and visitors
• Complete assignments accurately and efficiently
• Demonstrate professionalism and reliability
• Contribute to positive patient experiences
• Work collaboratively across departments
• Consistently demonstrate GVMH's Behaviors of Excellence

Why Join Us

• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities to learn and grow professionally
• Meaningful work that directly impacts patient care
• A culture built on compassion, excellence, and service
• The opportunity to build a rewarding career close to home

The Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare Difference

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking
• Ability to bend, stoop, and reach
• Ability to lift and move cleaning supplies and equipment
• Ability to perform repetitive cleaning tasks

Education, Certifications & Licensure

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Environmental services or housekeeping training preferred
• Ongoing departmental education and competency requirements

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive pay and opportunities for additional incentives
• Generous paid time off and a focus on work-life balance
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement benefits with employer contributions
• Tuition assistance to help you continue your education
• Career growth, leadership development and advancement opportunities
• Support for professional development and continuing education
• Employee recognition programs and a culture that values your contributions

Our career. Your Golden Opportunity. Join a team where compassion, excellence and connection guide the work we do everyday. At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to grow, make a meaningful impact and help deliver the Golden Standard of Care to the communities we serve.

Build a meaningful career where your work matters. At Golden Valley Memorial Healthcare, you will find opportunities to grow, supportive teammates who want to see you succeed and the chance to make a difference.