EVS Tech I

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pet insurance

Life insurance

Short term disability

Long term disability

Tuition reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity leave

Paid time off (5 days)

Bereavement leave

PTO donation program

Employee support fund

Retirement with company match

Job summary

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY, is hiring an Environmental Services Technician I for 2nd shift. No prior EVS experience is required; related background is welcome. You will clean patient rooms, offices, and common areas, disinfect surfaces, and support infection prevention to promote patient safety and comfort.

Responsibilities include room turnover, equipment maintenance, and documentation while collaborating with the team to deliver a welcoming environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• No prior experience required; related experience is preferred.
• 1–2 years of Customer Service, Hospitality, and/or Environmental Services experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain patient rooms, common areas, and equipment.
• Perform occupied, discharge, and transfer room cleaning.
• Follow infection prevention, safety, and PPE protocols.
• Maintain cleaning equipment, carts, and supplies.
• Identify and report maintenance or safety concerns.
• Attend department meetings, huddles, and team activities.
• Complete required documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with training and mentoring new EVS team members.
• Perform specialty cleaning and other Environmental Services duties.

Skills

Customer service

Hospitality

Environmental Services

Job description

## EVS Tech IApply: Lexington, KY: Full time: Posted Today: R26106686**Summary****Job Description:****EVS Tech I, Housekeeper**Full-Time, 2nd shiftEnvironmental ServicesThe Environmental Services Department plays a vital role in ensuring that the hospital remains clean and safe for patients, staff, and visitors. As a member of this team, the main duties will be to clean and sanitize all areas of the hospital including patient rooms, offices, waiting areas, and meeting rooms.The Environmental Services Technician I is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role performs daily cleaning and disinfection tasks, supports infection prevention efforts, and ensures timely room turnover to promote patient flow. As a key member of the healthcare team, the EVS Technician contributes to quality care, patient safety, and an exceptional patient experience while providing courteous service to all individuals within the facility.**Job Description:*** Clean, disinfect, and maintain patient rooms, common areas, and assigned equipment according to healthcare and infection prevention standards.* Perform occupied, discharge, and transfer room cleaning to support patient safety and timely room turnover.* Follow all infection prevention, safety, and PPE protocols while properly handling waste and hazardous materials.* Maintain cleaning equipment, carts, and supplies in accordance with department standards.* Identify and report maintenance or safety concerns promptly.* Assist with training and mentoring new EVS team members as assigned.* Complete required documentation accurately and participate in quality improvement initiatives.* Attend department meetings, huddles, and team activities to support patient experience and operational excellence.* Perform specialty cleaning and other Environmental Services duties as assigned.**Requirements*** No prior experience is required; however, related experience is preferred.**Preferred Experiences:*** 1-2 years of Customer Service,* 1-2 years of Hospitality, and/or 1-2 years of Environmental Services experience**Benefits:*** Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance* Life Insurance* Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance* Identity Theft Protection* Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually* Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave* 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire* Bereavement Leave (includes pets)* PTO Sell Back Program* Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)* Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support* Retirement with Company Match### *If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!*