Environmental Services Technician - Second shift

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

Janesville (WI)

On-site

USD 21,000 - 31,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

On-Demand Pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercyhealth is hiring an Environmental Services Technician for the second shift in Wisconsin. You will perform thorough cleaning of patient rooms and ancillary areas, adhere to isolation procedures, and maintain equipment in a neat, safe condition.

The role includes coordinating with departments for projects and using EPIC to manage bed statuses. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent; prior EVS experience is helpful and a strong attention to detail is essential for

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous cleaning experience helpful.
Adheres to unit policies and safety standards.

Responsibilities

Thorough cleaning of assigned areas including furniture, tile, fixtures, and carpet.
Follow isolation and infection prevention standards.
Maintain EVS closet and equipment; report hazards and repair needs.
Replenish supplies and assist with room preparation for patients.
Operate cleaning equipment safely and correctly.
Adhere to regulations and proper waste handling.

Skills

Cleaning

Safety awareness

Isolation procedures

Chemical handling

Bed making

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EPIC bed tracking

Xenex UV Light robot

Cleaning equipment (extractors/vacuums/burnisher)

Job description

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

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Second shift with rotations

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.

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. Operates, understands, and maintains 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.

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: