Environmental Services, Tech I

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Hamilton (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Benefits

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Relocation Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc. is seeking an Environmental Services Technician I to maintain a clean and safe hospital environment. You will perform daily cleaning of patient rooms, bathrooms, and high touch areas while following infection control standards and SOPs.

The role requires reliable communication, ability to work with various departments, and a team-focused attitude to support high-quality care. Hospital staff development and safety training are part of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Hospital setting experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily cleaning of assigned areas (patient rooms, bathrooms, and high touch surfaces) according to SOPs.
• Performs special cleaning and other area assignments as needed.
• Adheres to general safety and infection control standards.
• Maintains timely, confidential, and professional service aligned with hospital mission.
• Performs duties with teamwork and customer satisfaction in mind.
• Attends required inservices and performance improvement activities.

Skills

Reading & writing

Verbal communication

Interdepartmental coordination

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Environmental Services Technician I at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for creating a clean and safe environment to support delivery of high quality care by performing daily and special cleaning that meets departmental procedure and safety and infection control standards. The Environmental Services Technician I remains adaptable and flexible to support team needs as they arise and participates in ongoing professional development.

Job Functions

• Performs daily cleaning of assigned areas (patient rooms, bathrooms, emptying and cleaning trash receptacles, high dusting, sanitizing and spot cleaning, inspection and cleaning of empty patient rooms daily, washing and disinfecting hospital walls and ceilings) according to the standard operating procedures of the department.
• Performs cleaning duties (including special cleaning and other area assignments) according to the standard operating procedures of the department.
• Adheres to general safety and infection control standards.
• Performs responsibilities in a timely, efficient, cost effective, confidential and professional manner conducive with the overall mission/vision of the hospital.
• Performs other duties as assigned while demonstrating willingness, ability, and team spirit to provide optimal customer satisfaction.
• Attends, demonstrates, and participates in required inservices, performance improvement activities (including EXCEL), and other educational programs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent or GED equivalent. Required Licenses and Certifications Work Experience
• . Previous experience in the hospital setting. Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities
• Ability to read, write, and communicate both verbally and in writing; highly desired
• Good communication skills to effectively communicate with inter and intra departmental employees, patients and their family members, physicians, and the public; highly desired
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to proficiently provide service to a customer population to include: neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Must assume primary accountability for performing daily cleaning of assigned areas (patient rooms, bathrooms, emptying and cleaning trash receptacles, high dusting, sanitizing and spot cleaning, inspection and cleaning of empty patient rooms daily, washing and disinfecting hospital walls and ceilings).
• Must perform assigned cleaning duties (including special cleaning and other area assignments) according to the standard operating procedures of the department.
• Must prioritize and make suggestions to his/her supervisor regarding periodical cleaning in assigned areas.
• Must assume responsibility for reporting safety hazards, and cleaning emergency spills when sighted.
• Must perform responsibilities in a timely, efficient, cost effective, confidential and professional manner.
• Must have extensive contact with inter and intra departmental personnel, patients and their family members, physicians, and public.
• Must have good communication skills and reflect a positive, caring attitude toward both staff and the public.

Physical Demands

• Standing. Constantly
• Walking. Frequently
• Lifting/Carrying. Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling. Frequently
• Climbing. Occassionally
• Balancing. Occassionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending. Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work. Frequently
• Grasping. Frequently
• Speaking. Occassionally
• Hearing. Constantly
• Repetitive Motions. Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordinations. Frequently

Benefits

• Benefits A****vailable
• Continuing Education
• 403B Retirement Plan with Employer Match Contributions
• Pet, Identity Theft and Legal Services Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical Benefits
• License+ Certification Reimbursement
• Life, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability, Group Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• Other:
• Early Access to Earned Wages
• Tuition Assistance
• Relocation Assistance
• Paid Time Away
• Special Employee Rates at NMMC Wellness Centers

Requirements

No additional requirements from any stated in the above description.

Education

You must have the following education to apply:

You must have a High School Diploma or GED or higher