Environmental Services Technician - 1st Shift

Javon-Bea-Hospital; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Tuition and certification Reimbursment

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking an Environmental Services (EVS) Associate in Rockford, IL to maintain a clean and safe hospital environment. You will clean patient rooms, common areas, and equipment, following infection prevention standards and chemical handling guidelines.

You will manage supplies, prepare rooms for new patients, and assist with bed tracking and room turnover using hospital systems. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and prior cleaning experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience helpful.
• Knowledge of infection prevention standards.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, common areas, equipment and assigned spaces.
• Follow infection prevention standards and safety procedures.
• Maintain EVS closet, cart and equipment in orderly condition.
• Replenish supplies and restock paper, soap and hand sanitizer.
• Operate cleaning equipment and identify safety hazards.
• Prepare rooms for patients and assist with bed management.

Skills

Cleaning

Chemical handling

Safety procedures

EPIC system

Xenex UV Light robot

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

DOT Certification

Tools

EPIC

Job description

OVERVIEWMaintains a clean, safe, and sanitary environment by cleaning patient rooms, common areas, equipment, and other assigned spaces throughout the facility. Follows infection prevention and safety procedures, properly handles cleaning chemicals and waste, restocks supplies, and prepares rooms for incoming patients.SCHEDULE: 40-hours per weekSHIFT: DaysESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESResponsible 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 EXPERIENCEHigh 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, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity 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.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 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women