EVS TECH 1/HOUSEKEEPER Full Time Days

01 ETCH East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Great shift differentials offer $15 per hour minimum. Responsible for cleaning and supplying selected areas of the hospital to maintain an aseptic environment and prevent healthcare-associated infection using standard cleaning procedures and chemicals.

Tasks include disinfecting patient rooms and core areas, restocking supplies, and reporting maintenance needs. Safety training and professional conduct are required to support high-quality care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Related cleaning or environmental services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Disinfects patient rooms, core areas and offices using approved techniques, chemicals and PPE.
• Vacuum and damp mop elevators; restock supplies and linen liners; report maintenance needs.
• Maintain a clean work area and equipment per department standards; follow safety protocols.

Skills

Read and follow instructions

Active position readiness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

GREAT SHIFT DIFFS! $15/HR MINIMUM!

Responsible for cleaning and supplying selected areas of the hospital to maintain an aseptic environment and prevent healthcare-associated infection using standard cleaning procedures and chemicals.

REPORTS TO Supervisor - Environmental Services

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Supervisory Responsibilities: NO Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED Degree: General License/Certification Required: None Minimum Work Experience: Related experience preferred

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to read and follow instructions. Must meet demands of an active position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Using appropriate cleaning techniques, chemicals and personal protective equipment, disinfects patient rooms, core areas and/or office, including dusting, replacing trash and linen liners, restocking supplies, and promptly reporting maintenance needs. Vacuums and damp mops all elevators routinely Maintains work area and equipment in the condition required by department standards Responsibly follows the hospital exposure control plans Demonstrates an understanding and willingness that environmental care is an important part of the delivery of a care and service to Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital. Attends all required safety training programs and can describe role responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards. Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment. Interacts with people in a considerate, helpful, and courteous manner and maintains confidentiality of al hospital and patient information. Presents neat appearance in proper attire and identification as required by the position, department, and hospital policy. Continuously displays a "can do" attitude within the department and across departmental lines to contribute to the overall customer service program in place at hospital. Provides complete and accurate responses to safety questions. Completes work assignments on time and makes the transition to the next staff member smooth and efficient. Willingly accepts any other assignments that may be requested, including flexibility when interrupted before finishing their current work assignment. Works efficiently and proactively informing EVS leadership of obstacles or issues that will impact meeting their work goals promptly. Utilizes hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. Medium lifting, pushing and pulling is required for 20-50 lbs occasionally, 10-20 lbs frequently and 10 lbs constantly to move objects. Sudden emergency situations have the potential for exposure to lifting or moving of up to 100 lbs. Frequent bending, walking, sitting, squatting, reaching, and standing are required. Keyboard/computer use and/or repetitive motions may be required.

Come work where you can make a difference every day. At Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital, care is at the CORE of who we are. We are comprised of team members who live out our core values of Compassion, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence. We support each other by fostering a culture of team engagement that creates moments that matter - every interaction, every time. Compassion - We imagine what others are going through, work to alleviate suffering, and create joy whenever possible. Ownership - We take pride in our work, act with integrity, and feel personal responsibility for achieving our mission. Respect - We listen, understand, and communicate openly and politely. We recognize our diverse strengths. Excellence - We set high standards for performance in delivering the safest patient care. We give extraordinary and meaningful experiences to our patients, their families, team members, and the community we serve.