Environmental Services Technician

Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute in Leawood, KS, is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in patient rooms, surgical areas, public spaces, and staff areas.

The role involves routine and terminal cleaning, disinfecting high-touch surfaces, handling waste per safety guidelines, restocking linens and supplies, and collaborating with nursing and clinical teams to support room turnover and safety compliance.

Qualifications

• General cleaning, sanitation and disinfection practices in healthcare or similar environments.
• Infection control, safe handling of chemicals, and adherence to safety protocols.
• Time management, prioritization, and attention to detail for room turnover.
• Teamwork and communication with clinical and support staff and patient interactions.
• High school diploma or equivalent; prior healthcare environmental services experience is beneficial.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift and push carts for extended periods.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality and a respectful workplace.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in patient rooms, surgical areas, public spaces, and staff areas.
• Perform routine and terminal cleaning, disinfect high-touch surfaces, handle waste per safety protocols.
• Replenish supplies such as linens, paper products, and hand hygiene materials.
• Collaborate with nursing and clinical teams to respond to cleaning requests and support room turnover.
• Operate cleaning equipment and report maintenance or safety issues.
• Follow OSHA guidelines and infection prevention standards.

Skills

General cleaning

Infection control

Time management

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Company Description Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute is Kansas City’s only hospital dedicated exclusively to orthopedics, offering comprehensive orthopedic treatment with a strong focus on exceptional outcomes and patient experiences. The hospital features state-of-the-art surgical suites, dedicated orthopedic urgent care, advanced imaging, and inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation services. A key hallmark is its highly favorable nurse-to-patient and therapist-to-patient ratios, supporting personalized bedside care and one-on-one rehabilitative therapy sessions. The care team includes more than 35 board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons and interventional physiatrists, working alongside skilled therapists, nurses, and technologists. As a physician-owned hospital, Kansas City Orthopaedic Institute emphasizes specialized, patient-centered care to help individuals return to pain-free, active lives.

Role Description The Environmental Services Technician is a full-time, on-site role located in Leawood, KS. This role is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in patient rooms, surgical areas, public spaces, and staff work areas. Day-to-day tasks include performing routine and terminal cleaning, disinfecting high-touch surfaces, handling biohazardous and regular waste in accordance with safety and infection control protocols, and replenishing supplies such as linens, paper products, and hand hygiene materials. The technician collaborates with nursing and clinical teams to respond to cleaning requests, supports room turnover between patients and procedures, and follows hospital policies, OSHA guidelines, and infection prevention standards. The position also involves operating cleaning equipment, reporting maintenance or safety issues, and consistently delivering service that supports patient comfort and a positive hospital experience.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in general cleaning, sanitation, and disinfection practices in healthcare or similar environments.
• Candidates should possess skills in infection control, safe handling of chemicals, and adherence to safety, OSHA, and hospital protocols.
• Candidates should possess skills in time management, prioritization of tasks, and attention to detail to ensure thorough and timely room turnover.
• Candidates should possess skills in teamwork, communication with clinical and support staff, and professional interaction with patients and visitors.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; prior experience in hospital environmental services, housekeeping, or custodial work is beneficial.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and push carts or equipment for extended periods; capacity to follow written and verbal instructions reliably.
• Willingness to work assigned shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed to support patient care operations.
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and supporting a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace.