Environmental Services Technician

Mercy Health Corporation; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking an EVS/Environmental Services associate in Illinois to perform thorough cleaning of patient areas and facilities, adhering to infection prevention standards. Responsibilities include stocking supplies, maintaining equipment, and coordinating special projects with department heads.

Knowledge of chemical handling and safety procedures is essential. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and may involve additional duties per department needs.

Qualifications

• Thorough cleaning of assigned areas including furniture, tile, fixtures, windows, sinks, toilets, mirrors, showers.
• Observes isolation procedures and Infection Prevention Standards.
• Maintains EVS closet, cart, and equipment; reports safety hazards or repair needs.
• Replenishes paper, soap supplies, hand sanitizer.
• Follows department policies for moving furniture and project coordination.
• Handles chemicals with proper dilution and uses PPE when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning of assigned areas and equipment.
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain and organize EVS supplies and equipment.
• Coordinate special projects and communicate upcoming work to affected departments.
• Move furniture and supplies following safety procedures.
• Properly mix and store chemicals and use protective equipment.
• Assist with patient room readiness and use Xenex UV Light in designated rooms.

Skills

Cleaning

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Extractors

Vacuum cleaners

Burnisher

Job description

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.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

N/A

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Effectively performs scheduled floor cleaning which includes stripping, scrubbing, finishing, shampooing, and extracting in a timely manner (includes working other shifts for annual floor maintenance) following all unit specific guidelines giving attention to detailed areas such as baseboards, corners, carpet stains, etc. Clean equipment after use.


• Performs spot cleaning of carpets and carpet bonneting, extraction of carpet, burnishing, and wet/dry vacuum. Operates, understands, and maintains all equipment (i.e. extractors, vacuums, wet vac, burnisher, flatbed, etc.) in a safe and professional manner. Clean equipment after use and ensure batteries are charged.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Supervised by EVS Tech 3/Team Leads, Supervisors, Manager and/or Director. Work is performed according to standard practices and procedures with some independent judgment required.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PAY RANGE:

$15.30 - $22.18

Mercyhealth 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 opportunities

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.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50


• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers


• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women