Environmental Services Tech II, Evenings, Swedish Hospital

nshs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Pathways to PromoteProfessional

Various Medical, Dental, and Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking at designated locations

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

Swedish Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking an Environmental Services Technician II to maintain a clean, safe, and infection-free environment. This full-time role supports patients and staff by performing a range of housekeeping and sanitation duties according to hospital protocols.

The position requires 1 year of experience in environmental services or housekeeping, preferably in a healthcare setting, and a high school diploma. CIC certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School required.
• 1 year of experience in environmental services or housekeeping, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Certified in Infection Control (CIC) - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) Preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitation of patient rooms, public areas, and staff workspaces per hospital protocols.
• Disinfect high-touch surfaces to prevent infections.
• Maintain organized cart with cleaning supplies.
• Follow infection control guidelines to minimize healthcare-associated infections.
• Follow isolation procedures when cleaning rooms of contagious patients.
• Report infection control breaches to Environmental Services Supervisor.
• Safely collect, transport, and dispose of medical waste, trash, and recyclables per hospital policies and state regulations.
• Monitor and replace biohazard and sharps containers as needed.
• Distribute clean linens and manage linen storage.
• Operate and maintain environmental services equipment (vacuum cleaners, floor buffers).
• Report equipment malfunctions to Environmental Services Supervisor.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Assist in training new Environmental Services Technicians.

Education

High School

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $17.78 - $24.89

Position Highlights:

• Position: Environmental Services Tech II
• Location: Swedish Hospital, Chicago IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time, 40 hours
• Hours: Monday-Friday, rotating weekends, 4pm - 12:30am
• Required Travel: NA

A Brief Overview:

The Environmental Services Technician II plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and infection-free environment. This position is responsible for performing a wide range of housekeeping and sanitation duties to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene are met. The Environmental Services Technician II will work closely with the Environmental Services Supervisor and other team members to support the overall well-being of our patients and staff.

What you will do:

• Performing thorough cleaning and sanitation of patient rooms, public areas, and staff workspaces following hospital cleaning protocols.
• Disinfecting and cleaning high-touch surfaces, such as doorknobs, handrails, and elevator buttons, to prevent the spread of infections.
• Maintaining an organized and well-stocked cart with cleaning supplies.
• Adhering to infection control guidelines and best practices to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
• Following proper isolation procedures when cleaning rooms of patients with contagious illnesses.
• Reporting any issues or potential infection control breaches to the Environmental Services Supervisor.
• Safely collecting, transporting, and disposing of medical waste, regular trash, and recyclable materials in accordance with hospital policies and state regulations.
• Monitoring and replacing biohazard and sharps containers as needed.
• Collecting and transporting soiled linens and distribute clean linens as per established procedures.
• Maintaining linen storage areas in a neat and organized manner.
• Performing routine maintenance and cleaning of environmental services equipment, including vacuum cleaners and floor buffers.
• Reporting any equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to the Environmental Services Supervisor.
• Collaborating with other members of the Environmental Services team to ensure timely completion of tasks and maintain a harmonious work environment.
• Assisting in training new Environmental Services Technicians as needed.
• Complying with all hospital safety policies and procedures, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary.
• Reporting any safety hazards or incidents immediately.

What you will need:

• High School Required
• 1 Year experience in environmental services or housekeeping, preferably in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Certified in Infection Control (CIC) - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC) Preferred

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities