Environmental Services Associate - Patient Care & Safety

ChristianaCare; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

ChristianaCare's Environmental Services Associates keep patient areas clean, safe, and welcoming, supporting infection prevention and high service standards. You will clean patient rooms, handle waste, and ensure equipment is maintained and ready for use.

Join a team focused on patient care quality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital environment. Prior housekeeping or healthcare support experience is preferred; training provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of environmental services procedures and healthcare cleaning standards.
• Understanding of hospital-grade disinfectants, SDS, dilution control, and safe chemical handling.
• Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, isolation rooms, and clinical spaces per infection prevention protocols.
• Clean high-touch surfaces and maintain organized, safe areas.
• Support infection prevention initiatives and hand hygiene compliance.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and staff; escalate concerns when needed.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and safe waste disposal in compliance with safety requirements.

Skills

Environmental cleaning knowledge

Infection prevention

Customer service

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Escalation of concerns

Reading & following instructions

Technology use

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

ChristianaCare's Environmental Services Associates keep patient areas clean, safe, and welcoming, supporting infection prevention and high service standards. You will clean patient rooms, handle waste, and ensure equipment is maintained and ready for use.

Join a team focused on patient care quality, safety, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital environment. Prior housekeeping or healthcare support experience is preferred; training provided.