EVS Tech II — Day Shift, Hospital Cleaning & Safety

Northwestern Medicine; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks an EVS Tech II to maintain cleanliness of patient rooms, offices, and common areas within the hospital while adhering to isolation and safety protocols.

The role requires following instructions, effective communication with patients and staff, and independent work with attention to sanitation and supply stocking. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and competitive scheduling options.

Qualifications

• Must follow oral and written instructions.
• Must communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.
• Must use department tracking/communication tools.
• Must be able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas daily, including collecting and removing trash, changing bed linens, and sanitizing all surfaces.
• Follows policies and procedures on patient isolation and contact precautions as necessary.
• Stocks paper items and other supplies in assigned areas as necessary or designated.
• Maintains cart and equipment in clean, working condition and stores in appropriate storage area
• Promotes safety in the workplace; uses wet floor signs, PPE, and does not leave cart unattended.
• Uses chemicals correctly, diluted at the proper ratio, in labeled containers.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment repairs; reports safety hazards to manager.
• Communicates issues to supervisor and proactively addresses deficiencies.
• Establishes professional relationships with hospital personnel while protecting patient confidentiality.
• Articulates scripting model to customers we serve.
• Uses organizational resources efficiently and manages work schedule to complete tasks on time.
• Contributes to opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction.
• Presents a friendly, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers and assists with directions.
• Uses effective service recovery skills to resolve problems during service breakdowns.
• Demonstrates teamwork across departments and respects diverse opinions.

Skills

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Tools

Tracking tools

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks an EVS Tech II to maintain cleanliness of patient rooms, offices, and common areas within the hospital while adhering to isolation and safety protocols.

The role requires following instructions, effective communication with patients and staff, and independent work with attention to sanitation and supply stocking. Benefits include comprehensive coverage and competitive scheduling options.