Environmental Services Worker - PRN

AllianceHealth Durant; Durant (OK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

AllianceHealth Durant is seeking an Environmental Service Worker I who will ensure a clean and safe environment by performing a range of cleaning tasks. This position requires 1-2 years of experience and involves maintaining hygiene standards, handling waste safely, and adhering to protocols.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate cleaning equipment and have strong communication skills. Join our team to contribute to the comfort and well-being of our patients, staff, and visitors.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes assigned areas to uphold hygiene standards.
• Performs maintenance of hard and carpeted surfaces as required.
• Handles trash and biohazardous materials safely.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and products

Understanding of infection control and safety standards

Ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively and safely

Attention to detail

Time management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Job description

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.