EVS - OLGMC, Evening Shift

ochsner; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner is looking for a dedicated environmental services staff member to maintain clean and aseptic areas within our facilities. You will support restocking, cleaning projects, and room turnover while ensuring adherence to health care regulations.

The role requires strong communication in English, basic housekeeping knowledge, and the ability to work flexible hours with minimal supervision. Equal opportunity employer committed to safety and quality of care.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage with patients and staff.
• Fluent reading, writing and spoken English to follow instructions.
• Basic knowledge of housekeeping, cleaning and cleaning equipment/supplies.
• Willingness to work flexible schedules as needed.
• Ability to listen, take direction and perform tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintains assigned area in a clean and aseptic manner.
• Maintains Environmental closet and equipment in a clean, aseptic and orderly manner.
• Assists with restock of cafe and bar where necessary.
• Assists with special cleaning projects and room turnover.
• Follows Joint Commission / CMS regulations pertaining to Environment of Care and Cleaning requirements.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

English communication

Housekeeping knowledge

Flexibility

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

Education

• Required - None (Ability to read, write and speak/understand verbal communication in English in order to follow instructions and perform daily tasks)
• Preferred - High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Required - Experience in operating environmental services equipment (including dust mop, wet mop, bucket and wringer, spray bottles, and dustpan)
• Preferred - 1 year relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write and speak / understand verbal communication in English in order to follow instructions and perform daily tasks.
• Basic knowledge of housekeeping, cleaning and cleaning equipment/supplies.
• Ability to work flexible schedule when needed.
• Ability to listen and take direction and complete job tasks with minimal supervision.

Job Duties

• Maintains assigned area in a clean and aseptic manner.
• Maintains Environmental closet and equipment in a clean, aseptic and orderly manner.
• Assists with restock of cafe and bar (where necessary).
• Assists with special cleaning projects and room turnover.
• Follows all current Joint Commission / CMS regulations pertaining to Environment of Care and Cleaning requirements.

Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mechanical lifting devices (carts, dollies, etc.) or team lifts should be utilized. Must be able to work with and around chemicals, both acidic and alkaline in nature, including but not limited to butyl ingredients.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Remote Eligibility

Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

Ochsner is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applic