Environmental Services Technician - 2nd Shift

Mercyhealth; Lake Geneva (WI); In loco; USD 21.000 - 31.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Mercyhealth is seeking an Environmental Services team member for the second shift in Wisconsin. The role cleans and sanitizes patient rooms and common areas, follows infection prevention standards, and handles waste and chemicals safely.

You will maintain supplies, assist with special projects, operate cleaning equipment, and ensure rooms are prepared for the next patient, reporting hazards promptly. High school diploma preferred; previous cleaning experience helpful; pay range $15.30–$22.18 per

Competenze

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

Mansioni

• Thoroughly clean assigned areas including rooms, furniture, and fixtures.
• Follow infection prevention standards and use cleaning chemicals safely.
• Maintain EVS closet and equipment; report hazards and restock supplies.
• Prepare patient rooms, beds, and respond to paging/call requirements.
• Assist with special cleaning projects and post informational signs.

Conoscenze

Cleaning

Infection control

Chemical handling

Safety procedures

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

OVERVIEWThe Environmental Services (EVS) team member is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing assigned areas to maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role follows infection prevention and safety standards, handles waste and cleaning chemicals appropriately, maintains supplies and equipment, prepares patient rooms and beds, and assists with special cleaning projects as needed.SCHEDULE: 40-hours per weekSHIFT: Second shiftESSENTIAL 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