Environmental Services Technician - Days

Mercy Health Corporation; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 21,077 - 30,555; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition and certification reimbursement

Job summary

Mercy Health Corporation in Crystal Lake, Illinois is looking for a dedicated individual responsible for total sanitation including cleaning patient rooms and common areas. You will maintain cleanliness following organizational policies, using proper cleaning agents and equipment, and adhering to safety regulations.

Previous cleaning experience is preferred, with responsibilities including monitoring supplies and ensuring compliance with infection prevention standards. Benefits include medical, dental, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Knowledgeable in proper chemical handling and mixing.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment safely.
• Experience in detailed cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned areas including patient rooms and ancillary spaces.
• Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards.
• Replenish cleaning supplies as needed.

Skills

Floor cleaning

Chemical handling

Equipment operation and maintenance

Attention to detail

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

OVERVIEW

Responsible for total sanitation, floor care, preparation and organization of patient rooms, floors, bed set-ups, and ancillary areas.

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 TVs, lights, walls, mop floors, elevators and stairs, clean door frames, ceiling vents, and vacuum carpet, etc.
• Adhere to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Observe all isolation procedures and Infection Prevention Standards. Is knowledgeable on correct chemicals used for different pathogens.
• Maintain EVS closet, EVS cart, and all equipment in a neat and orderly manner. Report 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.
• Replenish paper, soap supplies, hand sanitizer.
• Hang 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.
• Move furniture, supplies and equipment as requested adhering to departmental safety and lifting procedures. Seek assistance when in doubt.
• Responsible for properly mixing and storing chemicals to achieve correct dilution ratio. Use proper personal protective equipment including safety goggles when needed. Read directions carefully and ask supervisor when in doubt. Use 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. Utilize bed tracking phone/pager, place bed in EPIC and remove when bed has been completed. Responds to phone/pager call from supervisor within 5 minutes. Report phone/pager problems to supervisor. Log out of EPIC. Ensure dismissal rooms are ready for the next patient. Use Xenex UV Light robot for specified rooms where available.
• Return soiled and clean unused mops to department and place in proper containers/areas.
• Adhere to all applicable regulations and standards.
• Adhere 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. Ask supervisor or lead when in doubt.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

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

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

N/A

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Effectively performs scheduled floor cleaning which includes stripping, scrubbing, finishing, shampooing, and extracting in a timely manner (includes working other shifts for annual floor maintenance) following all unit specific guidelines giving attention to detailed areas such as baseboards, corners, carpet stains, etc. Clean equipment after use.
• Performs spot cleaning of carpets and carpet bonneting, extraction of carpet, burnishing, and wet/dry vacuum. Operate, understand, and maintain all equipment (i.e. extractors, vacuums, wet vac, burnisher, flatbed, etc.) in a safe and professional manner. Clean equipment after use and ensure batteries are charged.

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Supervised by EVS Tech 3/Team Leads, Supervisors, Manager and/or Director. Work is performed according to standard practices and procedures with some independent judgment required.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PAY RANGE

$15.30 - $22.18

BENEFITS

• 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

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.