Environmental Services Technician 1.0 FTE (40 hrs)- 2nd Shift

Waverly Health Center; EE. UU.; Presencial; USD 29.000 - 36.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Waverly Health Center is seeking an Environmental Services worker for the 2nd shift (United States) with a 40-hour week. The role includes cleaning, linen handling, and assisting in reporting maintenance needs across the facility.

Responsibilities include following infection control procedures, washing walls and patient rooms, waste handling, and assisting in room setups. Requires a high school diploma; HazMat certification is preferred and a valid Iowa driver’s license where applicable.

Formación

• Follows infection control policies and procedures including handwashing, standard precautions, and isolation precautions.
• Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.
• Ability to learn and navigate computer systems and online training modules.

Responsabilidades

• Select cleaning materials and diluting chemicals per procedure.
• Clean assigned areas including walls, doors, ceilings, windows, and patient rooms.
• Collect waste, manage hazardous waste logs, and keep restrooms stocked.

Conocimientos

Infection control

Independent worker

English literacy

Educación

High school diploma

HazMat certification (preferred)

Descripción del empleo

FTE/Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1.00 / 40 / 2nd Shift (United States of America)Shift differential available: 2:00PM-10:30PM rotating weekends and holidays

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Performs a variety of environmental services duties to maintain the hospital in a neat, orderly, safe, and sanitary condition. Such duties may include cleaning and servicing areas throughout the building, processing and distributing washable linen or other laundry items, and assisting in reporting any maintenance needs throughout facility to Plant Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Selects cleaning materials and supplies according to procedure. Follows correct procedures for dilution of chemicals and sequence and frequency of cleaning tasks. Follows all infection control policies and procedures, including handwashing techniques, standard precautions, and isolation precautions. Returns unused supplies to proper place, cleans carts and equipment, and ensures all items are replaced in a timely and orderly manner.
2. Cleans assigned areas by washing walls, doors, doorframes, ceilings, vents, patient televisions, windows, beds, furnishings, and fixtures. Provides assistance in preparing, cleaning and making beds in patient rooms. Supplies all restrooms with paper towels, toilet paper and liquid soap as needed. Keeps building entrances clean and uncluttered. Performs emergency clean-ups as needed, including blood/bodily fluids, chemicals, etc.
3. Collects waste from all areas of the facility, empties trash and garbage containers, retrieves recyclable paper goods, and removes infectious/hazardous waste for disposal. Records information for tracking of hazardous waste on log sheets.
4. Assists in the maintenance and care of floors throughout the facility. Wet/dry mop, vacuums, auto scrubs floors and carpet extracts carpets, if needed, using the appropriate equipment. Operates various types of cleaning equipment, both mechanical and electrical. Cleans equipment and notifies manager of equipment needing repairs.
5. Picks up soiled linens from assigned areas, weighs and records linen. Loads and unloads linens in appropriate washers and dryers and operates machines to wash and dry properly. Stocking supplies in store room along with cleaning the store room and maintaining supplies on cleaning carts and cleaning and disinfecting carts at the end of each shift.
6. Keep entrances clean from snow and debris as needed to assist Plant Services during inclement weather.
7. Attend department meetings, completes all assigned trainings on time.
8. Assist in room setups of tables and chairs for various meeting requests.
9. Deliver courier related items to the various locations as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Education, Experience, and Training
   • a. High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
   • b. Must possess valid Iowa driver’s license where applicable and an acceptable driving record.
   • c. Must have the ability to work independently, portray a professional image, and sensitivity toward patient needs.
   • d. Previous experience in the areas of Environmental Services is preferred.
   • e. Must be willing to obtain HazMat certification at either the Awareness or Operations Level.
   • f. Ability to learn and navigate computer systems including the online training modules, the employee timesheet and the performance appraisal system. Job specific systems are also required.
   • g. Must be able to read, speak, and write fluent English.
2. Physical Requirements
   • a. Sitting – Not a requirement.
   • b. Standing – Approximately 50% of shift.
   • c. Walking – Approximately 50% of shift.
   • d. Lifting – Approximately 50 pounds.
   • e. Twisting – Infrequent.
   • f. Bending – Moderate.
   • g. Squat/Kneel – Approximately 25% of shift.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. A review of this description has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by his/her manager. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship with the Waverly Health Center. Patients and families choose hospitals and providers for many reasons. It’s no surprise that quality of care tops the list. What is surprising is when top-quality care is combined with convenience and comfort at the highest levels — especially in a small community. That’s an experience beyond expectations. Waverly Health Center surpasses the level of care one would expect to find in a small town. The breadth and depth of services make it convenient for you to remain close to home, avoiding the stress of traveling for your care. It all works out to a rare combination: We’re big enough to care for you, but small enough to care about you. We know you’ll be pleasantly surprised by our friendly, professional staff and comfortable setting.