Environmental Services Associate (Housekeeping)

UPMC; Jamestown (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking an Environmental Services Associate to maintain cleanliness and sanitation in various hospital areas. This role offers flexible shifts and requires attention to detail and teamwork. Ideal candidates will ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety while contributing to a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must meet UPMC requirements for licensure and certifications.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, public areas, and offices to meet standards.
• Inspect and report issues in assigned areas.
• Replenish supplies and maintain cleaning equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Tools

Housekeeping equipment

Job description

Environmental Services Associate (Housekeeping)

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Are you interested in a position that offers excellent benefits and growth opportunities? Do you enjoy working hands-on in a team environment? Then you may be a perfect fit for our Environmental Services Department at UPMC Chautauqua.

UPMC Chautauqua is hiring Environmental Services Associates for various shifts. Candidates must be willing to work rotating weekends and holidays and have flexible schedules.

Purpose

Clean all aspects of assigned areas, including patient rooms, public areas, offices, and equipment, to meet hospital and department standards, thereby promoting quality care. Tasks include moving equipment, furniture, boxes, and hanging blinds and curtains.

Responsibilities

• Make beds following established procedures in patient discharge and on-call rooms.
• Inspect and ensure all assigned areas are properly cleaned and in good repair; report issues to supervisors.
• Replenish supplies such as paper towels, toilet paper, and soap.
• Clean assigned areas thoroughly, including patient rooms, public areas, toilets, procedure rooms, offices, and equipment.
• Maintain cleaning equipment in good condition; report problems and suggest improvements.
• Remove trash from all assigned areas.
• Follow safety and sanitation regulations.
• Move equipment, furniture, and perform tasks like washing walls and spot cleaning carpets as assigned.
• Follow written and verbal instructions effectively.
• Use housekeeping equipment properly.
• Note: During duties, may be in rooms where medications are stored but no contact with medications is allowed.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

Must meet UPMC requirements for licensure, certifications, and background checks.

Additional Information

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace.