Environmental Technician

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District is seeking a full-time Environmental Technician to maintain clean environments and linens for staff and patients across hospital and clinics. Position requires extensive physical effort and adherence to safety procedures.

The role includes operating cleaning equipment, handling linens, and supporting QAPI initiatives within the Support Services Department. Pay scale ranges from $15.30 to $20.23 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak effectively.
• Must be able to count and follow simple instructions.
• Sufficient strength to push carts and lift.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains all hospital floors and surfaces.
• Take out trash and biohazard trash and operate the compactor.
• Operates environmental services equipment safely and efficiently.
• Cleans environmental services equipment at end of shift.
• Completes department records as required by management.
• Attends in-services and meetings as required by management.
• Assists in passing meal trays as needed.
• Stocks areas with clean linens and transports soiled linen.
• Performs psychiatric sitter duties when needed.

Skills

Reading

Writing

Communication

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Tools

Commercial washer

Dryer

Laundry carts

Chemical dispensers

Job description

Training and Experience:

Previous experience in hospital or hotel housekeeping preferred. Must have the ability to become competent in essential functions within 2 to 3 months.

Job Knowledge:

Must have the ability to read, write and speak effectively. Must be able to count and follow simple instructions. Sufficient strength to push carts and lift

Equipment Used:

Commercial washer, dryer, laundry cars, hot stamper, mop, broom, dust pan, chemical/detergent dispensers, commercial carpet vacuum and sweeper,

Working Conditions

Physical and Mental Efforts:

Extensive and constant physical effort, including continuous standing, stooping, pushing, and walking. Lifting of light to moderate objects frequently during working hours. Most objects are less than 40 pounds. Ability to perform simple manipulative skills such as folding linens/clothing, opening trash bags and lining trash containers, filling chemical cleaning containers. Ability to maintain an attention span in task/function for 20-30 minutes at a time.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

Works in all areas of Hamilton Memorial Hospital District including the Clinics and the Senior Enrichment Center. Outdoor work may be required. Subject to hazards associated with such facilities. Including hazardous wastes and encountering infectious diseases. Works in an environment that includes housekeeping and laundry cleaning chemicals, soiled linen and clothing, and lint. Exposed to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids in the work areas including the laundry and other patient care areas. These items will require special precautions while handling.

Description:

Hamilton Memorial Hospital District has an immediate need for a full-time Environmental Technician. At HMHD our mission is to enhance the delivery of healthcare to our community and the surrounding area by providing accessible quality healthcare services.

Pay Scale: $15.30-$20.23 per hour

Essential Functions:

Environmental Technicians must have the ability to provide a clean environment and linens for the staff and patients of Hamilton Memorial Hospital District. Environmental Services is performed within the Support Services Department and shall operate as a team. When one area needs assistance, those working in other areas shall be responsible for ensuring the whole job is completed. Support Services are an important part of ensuring patients receive complete quality care.

Position Responsibilities:

• Cleans all floors, walls, windows, and other surfaces in the Hospital District.
• Take out trash and biohazard trash and operate the compactor.
• Operates all environmental services equipment in a safe, orderly, and efficient manner.
• Cleans environmental services equipment at the end of every shift.
• Completes department records as required by management.
• Attends in-services and other meetings as required by management.
• Assist in passing meal trays as needed.
• Stocks areas with clean linens and takes all dirty linen to bins.
• Perform one-on-one psychiatric sitter’s duties when needed.
• Recognize your role as part of the QAPI efforts at HMHD.
• Carry out QAPI roles and responsibilities as assigned.
• Follow established policies and procedures in support of QAPI efforts.
• Support the Just Culture concept and its use to improve patient safety.