Environmental Services Worker I - PRN - On-Call

Northwest Healthcare; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Opportunities for Career Advancement

Rewards & Recognition Programs

Exclusive Discounts and Perks

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare in Oro Valley is looking for an Environmental Services Worker I to support the Housekeeping department. This role involves ensuring cleanliness and safety protocols are followed.

The ideal candidate will perform various cleaning tasks across hospital areas, maintain equipment, and handle waste safely. Previous experience in cleaning or environmental services is preferred, along with strong attention to detail and communication skills. This is an on-call position.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of cleaning or environmental service experience preferred.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas maintaining hygiene.
• Handles trash and biohazardous materials safely.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment effectively.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning techniques

Understanding of infection control

Time management skills

Excellent communication skills

Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks

Job description

Seeking an as needed (PRN) Environmental Services Worker I to support our Housekeeping department at Oro Valley Hospital, located at 1551 E Tangerine RD, Oro Valley, AZ 85755.

On Call Shift: hours are not guaranteed. This position will support call offs and leave.

What We Offer

• Matching 401(k)
• Opportunities for Career Advancement
• Rewards & Recognition Programs
• Exclusive Discounts and Perks

Job Summary

The Environmental Service Worker I ensures a clean, safe, and welcoming environment by performing cleaning, floor care, and waste management tasks in assigned areas. This role upholds high standards of hygiene and safety, contributing to the comfort and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors while adhering to infection control and regulatory protocols.

Essential Functions

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas, including rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, elevators, stairways, locker rooms, and other workspaces, ensuring adherence to infection control standards.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, and dusts floors, furniture, and equipment, utilizing appropriate cleaning tools and techniques.
• Performs maintenance of hard and carpeted surfaces, including stripping, refinishing, and treating floors and upholstery as per department procedures.
• Washes walls, ceilings, windows, woodwork, door panels, and other surfaces to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.
• Restocks supplies in designated areas, monitoring inventory levels and reporting shortages to ensure continuous availability.
• Handles trash and biohazardous materials safely, including collection, transportation, and disposal in compliance with safety and HIPAA protocols.
• Operates and maintains cleaning equipment effectively, ensuring proper functionality and reporting any malfunctions or repair needs.
• Assists with minor repairs or maintenance tasks and promptly reports larger facility issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of cleaning or environmental service experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and products.
• Understanding of infection control and safety standards.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively and safely.
• Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive tasks and lift or move objects as needed.

State Specific Requirements

• Indiana: IN Lutheran Hospital requires successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire.
• Mississippi: Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.
• North Carolina: Successful completion of assigned SAMA course within 30 days of hire required.