Environmental Services Lead

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $2,500

Shift differential $2.00 for evenings

Professional development including CHE

Job summary

Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, PA, is seeking an Environmental Services Lead to oversee cleaning operations, ensure safety and infection control, and set the standard for excellence in patient environments.

You will schedule staff, mentor team members, manage supplies, and coordinate with supervisors to ensure timely service across shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related work experience required.
• CHEST certification within 18 months required.

Responsibilities

• Schedules breaks and lunches for all assigned staff.
• Plans staffing using the staff schedule.
• Coordinates with Supervisors, Manager, and Director.
• Ensures continuity of service between shifts.
• Mentors and empowers employees to improve performance.
• Monitors bed tracking status using wireless technology.
• Manages inventory of EVS supplies.
• Ensures all areas remain clean and orderly.
• Promotes fire safety and infection control policies.
• Oversees EVS staff performance and conducts quality inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Staff scheduling

Communication

Infection control

Safety practices

Mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CHEST certification

Job description

Job Summary

Provides leadership within the Environmental Services (EVS) department to assure compliance with safety and sanitation regulations. Responsible for a variety of environmental services duties, follows special healthcare cleaning techniques as required, and trains staff as needed. Ensures a professional and appropriate service standard while performing the job, follows system-wide and department-specific service standards, and fosters a positive work environment through mutual support and cooperation.

Job Duties

• Schedules breaks and lunches daily for all assigned staff.
• Utilizes the staff schedule to plan for sufficient daily staffing.
• Coordinates with the Supervisor, Manager, and Director as necessary.
• Coordinates communication between shifts to ensure continuity of service.
• Assists with the development of all performance improvement plans for staff directly under them in discipline.
• Assures timely and effective response to all department requests and requirements.
• Mentors and empowers employees by delegating responsibilities, assisting employees with work performance issues and promoting a teamwork environment.
• Uses wireless technology to monitor bed tracking status in designated patient departments and areas.
• Responsible for inventory management of EVS supplies.
• Maintains all work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Observes and promotes fire prevention and safety practices.
• Follows all infection control policies.
• Monitors daily sign in sheet and adjusts the assignments for call-offs, census, and other factors accordingly.
• Oversees the work performance of Environmental Services personnel.
• Assures all assigned areas are clean, safe, and orderly.
• Provides input to Supervisor on performance evaluations of assigned personnel.
• Rearranges work assignments for all shifts as necessary.
• Conducts Quality Improvement inspections of assigned areas routinely.
• All EVS Staff who enter Medication Rooms (Where Applicable) must receive mandatory education on proper Medication Room protocol.

Position Details

Lead the Team That Keeps Care Safe!

At Geisinger Medical Center in Danville, our Environmental Services team plays a critical role in delivering a safe, healing environment for every patient, family member, and caregiver. As an Environmental Services Lead, you will oversee cleaning operations and set the standard for excellence, safety, and patient experience.

Hours for this position are 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm + weekend and holiday rotation.

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus up to $2,500 for eligible candidates.
• $2.00 shift differential for evening and night shifts.
• Competitive compensation and benefits packages.
• Education and professional development, including the nationally recognized CHEST certification (Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician).

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) – Preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 Years of related work experience – Required.
• Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) within 18 months – Association for the Healthcare Environment.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.