Environmental Services Technician 1

Mercy Health System Corporation; Janesville (WI); Sur place; USD 22 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical

Dental

Vision

FSA/HSA Options

Generous paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimbur...

Certification Reimbursement

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Résumé du poste

Mercyhealth in Janesville, WI, is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to perform thorough cleaning across patient and non-patient areas, including floors, surfaces, and equipment. The role requires knowledge of chemicals used for different pathogens, adherence to safety and isolation procedures, and proper use of PPE.

Training will include bed tracking, EPIC entries, and possible Xenex UV cleaning where available.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum six months as EVS Tech 1.

Responsabilités

• Thoroughly clean assigned areas including furniture, tile, fixtures, windows, sinks, tubs, toilets, mirrors and showers.
• Perform dusting of TVs and lights, mop floors, clean doors, vents and carpeted areas.
• Adhere to organizational policies, infection prevention standards and safety procedures.

Connaissances

Floor cleaning

Spot cleaning

Formation

High school diploma

Outils

Cleaning equipment

Description du poste

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 Infection 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. 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. Provides training as needed by the department. 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 Willing and able to work float in all areas including specialized areas such as, ICU, OB, OR and ED. Shares knowledge and provides support to other partners. Will train partners. Pass 95%of ATP testing.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous cleaning experience helpful. Minimum six(6) months as EVS Tech 1.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

C.H.E.S.T. Certification

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 Lead, Supervisors, Manager and/or Director. Work is performed according to standard practices and procedures with some independent judgment required.

PAY RANGE

SUPERVISES N/A PAY RANGE: $16.23 - $23.54

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

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.

BENEFITS

• 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
• Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information

ABOUT MERCYHEALTH

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 For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.