Environmental Services Tech

Commonspirit-Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonspirit-Health is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, staff and visitors, following departmental procedures and standards. You will perform daily cleaning duties with attention to detail and ensure areas meet hygiene and safety requirements while delivering excellent service.

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong work ethic, meticulous cleanliness, safety awareness, and outstanding customer service, helping to sustain

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and commitment to cleanliness and safety.
• Excellent customer service skills are essential.
• Experience in healthcare environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform 6 step daily cleaning procedure in patient room to a level acceptable to the patient.
• Perform checkout cleaning procedure in patient room according to departmental policies and procedures, including medical equipment.
• Perform intensive cleaning procedures in specialty areas such as Emergency Department, Surgery and Pharmacy to a level acceptable that eliminates the risk of infection to the patient.
• Removes and transports soiled linens, trash, infectious waste and recycling according to departmental policy and procedures.
• Prioritize assisting customers above all other duties.
• When cleaning an occupied room the Environmental Services Worker will follow organizational customer service script.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Work ethic

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Environmental Services Technician, you will maintain a safe and clean environment for patients, staff, and visitors, strictly following established departmental procedures and standards.

Every day you will perform cleaning duties with meticulous attention to detail, ensure all areas meet hygiene and safety requirements, and provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and other staff members.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a strong work ethic, thorough attention to cleanliness and safety, and excellent customer service skills, contributing to a secure and welcoming hospital environment.

• Perform 6 step daily cleaning procedure in patient room to a level acceptable to the patient.
• Perform checkout cleaning procedure in patient room according to departmental policies and procedures, including medical equipment.
• Perform intensive cleaning procedures in specialty areas such as Emergency Department, Surgery and Pharmacy to a level acceptable that eliminates the risk of infection to the patient.
• Removes and transports soiled linens, trash, infectious waste and recycling according to departmental policy and procedures.
• Prioritize assisting customers above all other duties.
• When cleaning an occupied room the Environmental Services Worker will follow organizational customer service script.

Job Requirements

Preferred

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Previous healthcare experience

Where You'll Work

Penrose - St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St. Francis Hospital - Interquest. Penrose Hospital serves as the anchor hospital of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services with 300-licensed beds and the ability to provide tertiary (high tech) medical-surgical services with an emphasis on elective and outpatient care. Established in 1890, Penrose Hospital has grown to become a major health treatment and referral center, specializing in cancer care, cardiac care, emergency trauma care and physical rehabilitation. It's an incredible time to join us as we are a proud Magnet Hospital with designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas like Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.