Environmental Services Assistant

Hugh Chatham Health; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a part-time environmental services team member in Wisconsin to maintain operating room suites and related areas to the highest sanitary standards. The role involves cleaning, restocking supplies, and following infection control and safety policies to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.

Shifts are Monday–Friday, 6:30 am–4:30 pm, with no weekends or holidays. Requires high school diploma or equivalent; no prior experience is necessary.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.
• No previous experience necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all assigned OR suites, ancillary areas and department areas in a clean, neat and sanitary manner.
• Maintain all assigned OR suites, ancillary areas, department areas, and clinic areas and corridors with the correct preventative maintenance procedures as outlined in department policy as requested.
• Clean all assigned areas utilizing established department procedures.
• Replenishes supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissues, soap, etc.
• Observe safety and infection control procedures and follow department policies.

Skills

No previous experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

37703 AMC Sheboygan County - Surgery Room

Department

37703 AMC Sheboygan County - Surgery Room

Status

Part time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

24

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Part time, flexible hours and days, Monday- Friday, between hours of 6:30 am -4:30 pm, no weekends or holidays

Pay Range

$18.85 - $28.30

Major Responsibilities

Maintain all assigned O.R. suites, ancillary areas and department areas in a clean, neat and sanitary manner.

Maintain all assigned O.R. suites, ancillary areas, department areas, and clinic areas and corridors with the correct preventative maintenance procedures as outlined in department policy as requested.

• 1)Clean all assigned areas utilizing established department procedures.
• 2)Clean assigned carts equipment daily; ensures all items are returned in an orderly manner.
• 3)Replenishes supplies such as; paper towels, toilet tissues, soap, etc. Requests supplies and equipment as needed.
• 4)Routinely collects waste; sanitizes all garbage cans on an on-going basis.
• 5)Observes and follows Standard Precaution, Infection Control, OSHA, Accrediting Organization, IDPH and departmental policies and procedures.
• 6)Clean or sanitize after emergence spills as requested.
• 7)Ensures a safe clean attractive environment for patients, staff and visitors at all times.
• 8)Washes hands thoroughly throughout the day; follows and adheres to hospital policy.
• 9)Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives.

Maintain all assigned O.R. suites, ancillary areas, department areas, and clinic areas and corridors with the correct preventative maintenance procedures as outlined in department policy as requested.

• 1)Operates various equipment following department procedures.
• 2)Uses chemicals and solution following department policy.
• 3)Keeps work are in an orderly, clean and safe condition. Use appropriate procedures following OR room turnover.

• 1)Thoroughly sanitizes OR bed for turnover and makes beds with clean linen in accordance with department procedures.
• 2)Thoroughly sanitizes entire OR for turnover, utilizing established department guidelines and productivity measures.
• 3)Use appropriates germicide in disinfeting rooms. Performs hard surface floor and carpet care in all assigned areas following appropriate departmental procedures.

• 1)Identifies types of soiling and/or spotting and utilizes proper solutions as outlined in department policy and procedures with no documented incidents of misuse.
• 2)Handles chemicals and solutions following department policy.
• 3)Ensures that all chemicals and solutions are in properly labeled containers.
• 4)Adheres to safety regulations as outlined in department policy and procedures.

Assists in enhancing productivity and efficient operations of the department.

• 1)Exhibits timely, satisfactory completion of all assignments.
• 2)Exercises initiative, seeking additional tasks from supervisor or other staff members when time permits.

Promotes effective interpersonal and interdisciplinary relatinships, maintaining professional conduct at all times.

• 1)Demonstrates ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with members of the organization.
• 2)Demonstrates a position, supportive attitude to patient, families and other personnel emergency and non-emergency situations.
• 3)Displays patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
• 4)Presents department in a positive manner to all contacts.
• 5)Maintains courteous and pleasant attitude to patient's families and visitors.
• 6)Utilizes appropriate department chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances or problems.

Demonstrates commitment to professional growth.

• 1)Attends all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and in-services.
• 2)Follows written goal and objectives and reviews annually with supervisor.
• 3)Seeks education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and reviews progress during annual evaluation.

Inspects and utilizes judgment in determining which cleaning techniques outlined in orientation guidelines to follow.

• 1)Analyzes floors or carpet conditions and determines proper cleaning techniques, following department procedures.
• 2)Maintains hard surface floors and carpets following departmental procedures.

Maintains responsibility for attendance and punctuality.

• 1)Maintains proper attendance requirement as outlined in department policy and procedures.
• 2)Plans for special days off in advance and gives appropriate notice to supervisor per deparment policy and procedure.
• 3)Requests vacation time in accordance with department policy.
• 4)Provides adequate notice to supervisory personnel in accordance with department policy.

Education/Experience Required

High school graduation or equivalent is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

No previous experience necessary.

CPR Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

-Demands walking, standing, handling, climbing and lifting throughout the work day. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or lift with at least one other associate when available. Unique lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case by case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more - so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.