Environmental Services Technician

Mercy Health System; Freeport (IL); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 31.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital in Freeport, IL is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to maintain cleanliness and sanitation across patient rooms and related areas. The role emphasizes adherence to infection prevention standards, chemical safety, and organized maintenance of EVS supplies.

You will work a day shift as a full-time team member, using tools like the EPIC bed tracking system and Xenex UV light where available, to ensure rapid turnover and a safe care environment for patients

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous EVS or cleaning experience is helpful.
• Ability to follow infection prevention standards and safety rules.

Aufgaben

• Thorough cleaning of patient rooms and related areas.
• Perform dusting, floor care, and trash/disposal tasks.
• Maintain EVS closet, cart, and equipment in orderly condition.
• Adhere to isolation procedures and chemical handling guidelines.
• Replenish supplies and prepare rooms for new patients.
• Operate and log into the EPIC system for bed tracking and turnover.

Kenntnisse

Cleaning

Infection control

Safety procedures

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC bed tracking

Xenex UV Light robot

Jobbeschreibung

Environmental Services Technician - Mercyhealth Logo### Environmental Services TechnicianApply: Mercyhealth Freeport Hospital - Freeport, IL: Full time: Posted Today: 2026-04083**Overview**Responsible for total sanitation, floor care, preparation and organization of patient rooms, floors, bed set-ups, and ancillary areas. **Schedule:** Full Time**Shift**: Day **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Responsible for thorough cleaning of assigned areas including, but not limited to, furniture, tile, fixtures, windows, sinks, tubs, toilets, mirrors, showers, etc. Perform high and low dusting of TV's, lights, walls, mop floors, elevators and stairs, clean door frames, ceiling vents, and vacuum carpet, etc.* Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.* Observes all isolation procedures and Infect Prevention Standards. Is knowledgeable on correct chemicals used for different pathogens.* Maintains EVS closet, EVS cart, and all equipment in a neat and orderly manner. Reports any safety hazards or equipment in need of repair to supervisor and/or Facilities. Maintain correct amount of supplies. Is knowledgeable on correct chemicals used for different pathogens.* Replenishes paper, soap supplies, hand sanitizer.* Hangs cubicles/drapes according to department policy.* Special project assignments, including coordinating specifics such as; contacting affected departments to advise of upcoming project (i.e. construction projects, wall cleaning, drapes, changing cubicles, window washing, etc.), and post informational signs.* Moves furniture, supplies and equipment as requested adhering to departmental safety and lifting procedures. Seeks assistance when in doubt.* Responsible for properly mixing and storing chemicals to achieve correct dilution ratio. Uses proper personal protective equipment including safety goggles when needed. Reads directions carefully and asks supervisor when in doubt. Uses wet floor signs, etc. to block off work area.* Makes beds in accordance with specific area needs. Is knowledgeable and can identify various bed types. Utilizes bed tracking phone/pager, places bed in EPIC and removes when bed has been completed. Responds to phone/pager call from supervisor within 5 minutes. Reports phone/pager problems to supervisor. Logs out of EPIC. Ensures dismissal rooms are ready for the next patient. Uses Xenex UV Light robot for specified rooms where available.* Returns soiled and clean unused mops to department and places in proper containers/areas.* Adheres to all applicable regulations and standards.* Adheres to proper handling, transport and disposal of all waste types, including but not limited to: hazardous, infectious, sharps, confidential, recycling, regular trash, universal. Complete DOT Certification in order to package and transport regulated medical waste. Asks supervisor or lead when in doubt.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous cleaning experience helpful. **PAY RANGE:**$15.30 - $22.18Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.