Environmental Services Technician PRN - Urbana Hospital

Mercy Health; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) retirement plan

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health – Urbana is seeking an Environmental Services Associate to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary hospital environment. You will perform routine housekeeping, patient room cleaning, waste handling and chemical safety per protocols.

The role requires attention to infection control, ability to follow schedules and participate in safety training; Ohio driver license preferred; CHEST certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read and understand written communications.
• Willingness to participate in infection-control trainings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, dust-free environment to support infection control.
• Perform terminal cleaning of patient rooms and prepare rooms for new patients.
• Attend mandatory meetings and trainings; report safety hazards as appropriate.

Skills

Infection control

Safety awareness

Written communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary Of Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

Responsible for all related housekeeping duties necessary within the Environmental Services Department scope of service and area of responsibility. Responsible for providing and maintaining a safe, clean and sanitary environment. Reports maintenance related items for repair. Practices good safety and infection control habits.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintains a clean and dust-free environment to assist in infection control. Cleans assigned and specialized areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods. Removes waste and soiled linens from work area and places in specified bags or containers. Utilizes, dilutes, stores, transports and disposes of chemicals according to manufacturer specifications and department procedures. Follows universal precautions, blood borne pathogen procedures and uses personal protective equipment as needed. Reports safety hazards as appropriate. Assists in cleaning emergency spills that are observed or reported.
• Performs terminal cleaning procedures of patient rooms and prepares room for new patient.
• Attends all mandatory and assigned meetings. Enhanced growth and development through in-service and educational programs.
  

Employment Qualifications

Education Qualifications

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Preferred Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

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Licensing/ Certification

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Licensure/Certification Required

Valid State of Ohio drivers license (Springfield Urbana)

Licensure/Certification Preferred

CHEST Certification

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Years and Type of Experience

Other Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

Able to write and understand written and oral communications.

Other Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Aff…