Environmental Services / Housekeeping - PRN

Good Samaritan Society; Worthington (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Worthington, MN is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to maintain a clean, safe environment for patients, residents, and staff. Responsibilities include cleaning rooms, hallways, lobbies, and restrooms, using proper equipment, and following infection control guidelines.

The role may involve laundry duties and variable hours based on patient needs. Qualified candidates typically have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least six months of housekeeping

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and cleaning chemicals; strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and assigned areas.
• Clean patient/resident rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and other areas to meet health standards.
• Operate cleaning equipment and follow infection control guidelines; assist in laundry areas as appropriate.
• Varied work hours including nights, weekends, and holidays depending on location and needs.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Worthington Medical Center
Location: Worthington, MN
Address: 1018 6th Ave, Worthington, MN 56187, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Evening Shifts
Job Schedule: PRN
Weekly Hours: Varies
Salary Range: $17.88 - $23.67
Union Position: Yes

Department Details

Good Pay , Room for advancement. 1PM-9:30 PM Afternoon shift.

Job Summary

Environmental Services Technician is responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary environment in patient/resident rooms and assigned areas for patients/residents, visitors and associates by following infection control, safety, and procedural guidelines. Tasks that the individual will be responsible for include but not limited to; emptying waste baskets, sweeping, scrubbing, waxing, or polishing floors, using brooms, mops, or powered scrubbing and waxing machines. Demonstrate knowledge of housekeeping processes, tools and techniques in a healthcare environment; ability to apply this to provide a clean and sterile environment for patients/residents and facility staff. May be responsible for the following locations to clean but not limited to; patient/resident rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other work areas so that health standards are met.

Wear the proper protective equipment following the appropriate guidelines. Keep storage, equipment and carts well-stocked, clean, and tidy. Environmental Services Technicians will have access to pagers and other technology that they will be responsible to use appropriately when needed. Assist in the laundry areas as appropriate. Depending upon location and availability of programs, may have access to use of technology applications.

Physical activities include but not limited to, considerable use of arms and legs and moving of whole body; such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials. Ability to lift and/or move up to 40-50lbs and push/pull up variable weight limits on flat surfaces or up and down ramps. This position will require the individual to be on their feet for the majority of their shift. May be exposed to certain levels of noise with the equipment in operation.

Depending on location of position, work hours will vary depending on patient/resident needs. This may include overtime, call, backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Minimum of six months housekeeping or commercial cleaning experience preferred. Ability to use computer and prior cleaning experience is helpful. Knowledge of materials, equipment, cleaning methods and cleaning chemicals is helpful. Strong customer service, communication and interpersonal skills are required. Previous custodial experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0272495
Job Function: Facilities and General Services
Featured: No