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 insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

On-demand pay

Recognition programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Rockford, IL seeks an Environmental Services Technician to clean patient rooms and general areas, restock supplies, and prepare spaces for new patients. The role requires following infection prevention standards and proper chemical use, while maintaining EVS equipment and reporting hazards.

You will operate Xenex UV Light and use EPIC bed-tracking where available, with strict safety practices.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous cleaning experience is helpful.
• Knowledge of infection prevention standards.
• DOT certification required to package and transport regulated medical waste.

Responsibilities

• Clean patient rooms, common areas, and equipment thoroughly.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for incoming patients.
• Follow infection prevention standards and safety procedures.
• Mix and store cleaning chemicals with correct dilution.
• Operate Xenex UV Light robot where available and report issues.
• Maintain EVS closet and cart in orderly condition.
• Respond to supervisor calls and log activities in EPIC bed-tracking.
• Adhere to waste handling regulations and safety lifting procedures.

Skills

Infection control

Chemical safety

Safety procedures

Room cleaning

EPIC bed tracking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC

Xenex UV Light

Bed tracking system

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