Environmental Services Tech - Multiple Openings

CORP - HM Corporate Division - The Methodist Hospital; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is hiring for multiple Environmental Services positions. We offer both full-time and part-time opportunities across all shifts, with a focus on safety, teamwork, and patient-centered service.

The role requires a High School diploma (preferred), one year of experience, and DOT HazMat certification. Strong communication and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced hospital environment are essential to success.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• DOT HazMat Certification is required.
• One year of experience preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Interact with patients, families and staff in a courteous, professional manner.
• Participate in meetings and team huddles to improve service delivery.
• Perform room cleaning and turnover in a timely, safe manner.
• Follow infection control and safety procedures to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Customer service focus

Strong communication

Multi-tasking

Safety procedures

English literacy

Education

High School diploma or GED (preferred)

DOT HazMat Certification (DOT)

Driver License (preferred)

Job description

We are currently hiring for multiple positions in this role! We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available across various shifts. By applying to this requisition, you will be considered for current and future openings that match your skills and availability.If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity with flexibility and a great company culture,

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.) preferred

EXPERIENCE

• One year of experience preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• DOTHAZMAT Certification (DOT) - Houston Methodist US Department Of Transportation Hazardous Materials Certification

Preferred

• DL - Driver License - State Licensure

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Demonstrates the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department as appropriate
• Multi-task oriented, ability to complete work within designated time frames
• Ability to accurately and efficiently perform duties with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment and chemicals
• Ability to effectively communicate in a manner consistent with a customer service focus

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Interacts in a positive, professional manner with patients, family and staff
• Actively participates in meetings, huddles and with other team members using positive communication
• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit to achieve optimal results.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responds promptly and positively to requests for assistance with directions and information from patients, staff and visitors
• Promptly responds to all assignments to create an environment that is conducive for healing. Communicates and documents any facility or patient related issues to management, as appropriate.
• Performs efficient room cleaning processes ensuring timely patient admissions

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Follows department process for room cleaning and discharge inspections, as appropriate, with the goal of meeting or exceeding HCAHPS cleanliness scores.
• Achieves discharge, daily room cleaning and assigned area turn-around times, as appropriate
• During discharge activity, tracks, logs, and notifies appropriate management of safety and repair needs for equipment
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety rules. Corrects minor safety hazards and observes standard infection control precautions and complies with OSHA standards
• Performs one or more of the following:
  • Follows proper cleaning/maintenance procedures for all floor types utilizing equipment, as appropriate.
  • Collects, transports and disposes of solid/biohazard waste through proper procedures.
  • Follows identified cleaning procedures, which may include utilizing specialty equipment, in assigned areas (e.g. surgical, procedural or isolation areas, etc.).
  • Uses appropriate transporting techniques for clean or soiled linen and assists with quality assurance by examining, identifying and rejecting poor quality linen.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Appropriately uses and stores chemicals, paper goods, supplies, and equipment utilized during a shift. Reports, tracks and assesses wasteful practices.
• Manages time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assumes responsibility for growth and development. Participates in continuing education and in-service programs. Actively participates in EVS shared governance, meetings or huddles by contributing ideas towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of department processes
• Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging coworkers in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• WORK ATTIRE
  • Uniform: Yes
  • Scrubs: Yes
  • Business professional: No
  • Other (department approved): Yes

ON-CALL

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

• On Call* No

TRAVEL

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Work Shift

4 - Evergreen - All Shifts (United States of America)

Job Category

Non-clinicalHouston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.