Environmental Services Technician - First Shift

Mercy Health Corporation; Janesville (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated Environmental Services Technician to clean patient rooms, restock supplies, and help keep hospital areas safe and ready for patients.

You will follow infection prevention standards, operate EPIC for bed-tracking, use Xenex UV light where available, and coordinate with departments on special cleaning projects.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in cleaning is helpful.
• Follows infection control and safety standards and proper waste handling.

Responsibilities

• Thorough cleaning of assigned areas including furniture, fixtures, and floors.
• Replenishes paper, soap, and hand sanitizer; maintains closets and carts.
• Adheres to isolation procedures and infection prevention standards.
• Operates cleaning equipment safely and reports hazards.
• Coordinates special cleaning projects with departments.

Skills

Infection control

Safety procedures

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC system

Xenex UV Light robot

DOT Certification

Job description

OVERVIEW

This role keeps hospital areas clean, safe, and ready for patients by cleaning rooms and surfaces, making beds, restocking supplies, and properly handling equipment and chemicals. It also requires following infection control and safety standards, correctly handling different types of waste, responding to requests quickly, and helping with special cleaning projects as needed.

SCHEDULE: 40-hours per week

SHIFT: Days

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 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 EXPERIENCE

High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous cleaning experience helpful.

PAY RANGE:

$15.30 - $22.18

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.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 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

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