Environmental Services Assistant

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking an Environmental Services Assistant at Salem Hospital to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment by performing routine and project-based cleaning across departments. You will follow infection prevention standards, use equipment and PPE correctly, and respond promptly to service requests to support high-quality patient care.

Typical schedule is 3:00 pm–11:30 pm in an unscheduled, per diem, non-exempt role with days that vary by department needs.

Qualifications

• 6 months of environmental service experience or 1 year of customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily and assigned cleaning tasks, ensuring all equipment and supplies (e.g., housekeeping carts) are properly cleaned, sanitized, and stocked for the next shift.
• Follows established safety and infection prevention protocols, including correct use of chemicals, equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), and adherence to standard precautions.
• Maintains communication with supervisors, reporting any incomplete tasks or deviations from routine duties.
• Responds promptly to calls and pages, ensuring timely service and support throughout the facility.
• Stocks and maintains supply levels (e.g., paper goods, soap, chemicals, etc.) in all assigned areas.
• Demonstrates professionalism and teamwork, showing respect to co-workers in alignment with Salem Health's mission, vision, and goals.

Job description

Location: Salem Hospital, 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon, 97301
Department:Environmental Services
Position Type:Unscheduled, Per Diem, Non-Exempt
Schedule: Days are variable based on department needs, 3:00 pm - 11:30 am

Your role with us

An environmental services assistant at Salem Health is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment by performing routine and project-based cleaning tasks in accordance with departmental and infection prevention standards. They ensure proper use of equipment and protective gear, respond promptly to service calls, and communicate effectively with supervisors and team members. This role supports the hospital’s mission by promoting safety, professionalism, and high-quality care in all areas of responsibility.

What you'll do

• Performs daily and assigned cleaning tasks, ensuring all equipment and supplies (e.g., housekeeping carts) are properly cleaned, sanitized, and stocked for the next shift.
• Follows established safety and infection prevention protocols, including correct use of chemicals, equipment, personal protective equipment (PPE), and adherence to standard precautions.
• Maintains communication with supervisors, reporting any incomplete tasks or deviations from routine duties.
• Responds promptly to calls and pages, ensuring timely service and support throughout the facility.
• Stocks and maintains supply levels (e.g., paper goods, soap, chemicals, etc.) in all assigned areas.
• Demonstrates professionalism and teamwork, showing respect to co-workers in alignment with Salem Health's mission, vision, and goals.

Additional Information

• 6 months of previous environmental service experience or 1 year of customer service experience preferred.

Total rewards package

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.

Why Salem Health?

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon, known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning, independent health care system, we serve our region through Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital, ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles, staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. At Salem Health, you’ll find more than a job, you’ll find purpose, connection, and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail].