Environmental Services Technician - Urbana Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Urbana (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Ohio is seeking an Environmental Services Associate responsible for housekeeping duties within the Environmental Services Department. You will maintain a safe, clean, and sanitary environment, handle waste and soiled linens, and report maintenance needs.

Training on safety, infection control, and proper chemical use will be provided. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and CHEST certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid State of Ohio driver’s license.
• CHEST Certification preferred.
• Experience in housekeeping or environmental services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains a clean, dust-free environment to support infection control.
• Performs terminal cleaning of patient rooms and prepares room for new patients.
• Handles waste and soiled linens according to procedures and uses universal precautions.
• Reports safety hazards and participates in mandatory meetings and trainings.

Skills

Infection control

Safety procedures

PPE usage

Hazard reporting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CHEST Certification

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

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.

Preferred Minimum Education

High School Diploma or GED

Licensure/Certification Required

Valid State of Ohio drivers license (Springfield Urbana)

Licensure/Certification Preferred

CHEST Certification

As a Bon Secours 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.

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