Environmental Services Aide I - Koch (Evening Shift)

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Training programs

Internal mobility opportunities

Job summary

Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York seeks an Environmental Services Aide for the Koch Center. You will perform daily cleaning to create a safe, healing environment for patients and staff, following the Seven Step Guidelines and hospital procedures.

No prior Environmental Services experience is required; training is provided to help you succeed. You will operate cleaning equipment, handle waste, and participate in meetings and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• No prior Environmental Services experience required; training provided.
• Motivated and eager to learn with a positive mindset.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning using Seven Step Guidelines.
• Safely remove general and infectious waste and soiled linen.
• Handle and mix cleaning chemicals per safety standards.
• Operate equipment such as cardboard baler and trash compactor.
• Support unit operations with small moves or room setups.
• Attend department meetings and required training sessions.
• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency, safety, and workflow.

Skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Customer service

Job description

About Us:The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Join one of the nation’s leading healthcare institutions and build a meaningful career with purpose as an Environmental Service Aide at our Koch Center. Whether you’re looking for stability and great benefits or want to launch your career in healthcare , this role offers both.At MSK, service is at the heart of everything we do. Our Environmental Services team helps create a safe, clean, and healing environment for patients, families, and staff—playing a vital role in patient care and experience. Team members also have access to tuition reimbursement, training programs, and internal mobility opportunities for those interested in exploring or growing into clinical and other healthcare careers.Role Overview:Perform daily and thorough cleaning using the Seven Step Cleaning Guidelines in the Environmental Services Aide (ESA) ManualSafely remove general, infectious waste and soiled linen following hospital procedures and safety guidelinesHandle and mix cleaning chemicals according to safety and infection control standardsUse equipment such as the cardboard baler and trash compactor properly and safelySupport unit operations by completing small moves or room setups as neededParticipate in department meetings and required training sessionsComplete additional projects or assignments as directed by leadershipShare ideas for improving efficiency, safety, and workflow as part of MSK’s culture of continuous improvementKey Qualifications:No prior Environmental Services experience required — if you meet the basic qualifications and bring the right mindset, we’ll provide the training you need to succeedAbility to operate or learn to use floor-cleaning equipment and perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, bending, and pushing for extended periodsCapable of lifting at least 30 lbsBasic computer knowledge to support communication and trainingCore SkillsMotivated and eager to learn — demonstrates reliability, positivity, and teamworkDelivers excellent customer service and takes pride in supporting patient careMakes sound decisions and acts with integrity in a fast-paced environmentTakes ownership — holds yourself and others accountable for results and commitmentsCommunicates effectively with a wide range of colleagues and patients, adapting style as neededValues feedback and reflection to continuously grow and improveAdditional Information:Location: 530 E 74th St, New York, NY 10021Schedule: Monday-Friday, 6p to 2a alternate weekends 2p to 10pReport to Supervisor, Environmental ServicesHelpful Links :Compensation PhilosophyBenefitsPay Range: $23.49 - $32.46FSLA Status: Non-ExemptClosing :At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.