ESW II-WASTE HANDLER

Methodist Hospitals; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals in Merrillville seeks an Environmental Services professional. The role involves cleaning areas, handling bio-hazard waste, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and strong teamwork skills.

This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work independently. Join our team to help maintain a safe and clean healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write legibly, and speak English.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Must be able to work as part of a group.

Responsibilities

• Cleans rooms/areas where patient equipment is stored.
• Collects and removes confidential paper containers.
• Uses housekeeping equipment, supplies, and chemicals.
• Operates floor scrubbing machine.
• Operates Auto-clave equipment for bio-hazardous waste.
• Cleans up spills as assigned.
• Removes bio-hazard wastes safely.

Skills

Ability to read and write English

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Under supervision, performs work removing bio-hazard waste, operating the Auto-clave, floor scrubbing, removing confidential containers and paper shredding. Other tasks include moving furniture, equipment, and supplies as necessary when relocating a customer.

Responsibilities

• As schedule allows, cleans the rooms/areas in which patient equipment is stored, i.e., IV Poles, Blood Pressure Pumps and Temperature Pumps.
• Collects and removes confidential paper containers and operates paper shredding equipment in accordance with operating instructions and safety requirements.
• Exhibits ability to use all of housekeeping equipment, supplies, and chemicals, including the use of proper dilution rates 100% of the time.
• Operates auto floor scrubbing machine.
• Operates the Auto-clave equipment to burn and destroy appropriate bio-hazardous wastes, follows operating instructions and safety requirements.
• Performs clean up spills wherever assigned and/or observed.
• Removes bio-hazard wastes from proper containers and storage rooms, handling substances in accordance with safety requirements and dons appropriate protective clothing and equipment as needed.

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (Minimum Requirements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Must be able to read, write legibly, and speak English.
• Must be able to work independently with little supervision.
• Must be able to work as part of a group.

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required

EXPERIENCE

• 1 Environmental Services Required

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code. CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

DISCLAIMER – The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.