EVS Technician Full Time Day Shift

East-Los-Angeles-Doctors-Hospital-1; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital is seeking an Environmental Services technician to perform daily cleaning of patient care and non-patient areas under supervision. Responsibilities include isolation room cleaning, bed disinfection, floor care, and assisting nursing staff with bed moves.

The role emphasizes adherence to HIPAA, AIDET communication, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of hospital EVS experience, strong teamwork, and the ability to follow written and verbal

Qualifications

• Two (2) years hospital EVS experience preferred.
• Strong adherence to safety, HIPAA, and infection control procedures.
• Good communication and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily cleaning of patient care and non-patient areas.
• Terminal cleaning of isolation rooms and non-isolation rooms after discharge.
• Disinfecting beds and mopping floors; assist nursing in moving beds.
• Implements 7-step cleaning procedures and uses clear communication with staff.

Skills

Hospital EVS experience

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

Performs under the supervision of the Environmental Services Supervisor, daily cleans patient care and non-patient care areas of the hospital. High/Low Dusting, cleaning restrooms and fixtures, terminal cleaning of isolation rooms and non-isolation rooms after patient has been discharged. Disinfecting beds and making of after patient has been discharged. Assists Nursing in moving beds, pulling trash, mopping floors, cleaning of windows and blinds. Respond to all calls pertaining to their assigned areas and Implements the 7 step cleaning procedures. Actively and consistently contributes to department operations and communications, behaves in a manner consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Pipeline Health, upholding standards of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank you) patient communication.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Essential Functions:

• Conducts a complete clean of patient and treatment rooms.
• Cleaning of offices and Nursing Stations.
• Cleaning of restrooms, tub rooms, utility rooms, nourishment rooms, showers, and fixtures.
• Mopping and vacuuming of assigned areas.
• Terminal Cleaning and Isolation Rooms
• Responds to all calls for their assigned areas.
• Implements the 7 step cleaning procedures. Uses clear, concise, professional communication with coworkers, patients, all customers internal and external.
• Uses AIDET in interactions with patients and family members.
• Acts with a sense of urgency when performing tasks.
• Basic unit/department maintenance such as keeping files, drawers, cabinets free from unnecessary clutter.
• Reports on any equipment and or environmental issues for repair.
• Abides by HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) regulations.
• Speaks up to stop the line and escalates potential safety events if necessary.
• Completes and attends monthly training assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Behavioral Standards:

• Treats everyone as their customer; utlizies scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Express recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints and questions; displats a positive attitude.
• Exhibits customer and service-oriented behaviors in everyday work interactions.
• Demonstrates a courteous and respectful attitude to internal workforce and external customers.
• Demonstrates the highest level of professionalism, passion and care when interacting with patients, families, physicians, and hospital staff members.
• Using a lens of equity in all aspects of patient care delivery, education, and research to promote policies and practices to allow opportunities for all to thrive and reach their potential, embracing ingenuity to service our customers.

Communication/Knowledge:

• Provides accurate and timely written and verbal communication of information in a manner that is understood by all.
• Able to listen, understand, problem-solve, and carry-out duties to ensure the optimal outcome.
• Able to use IT systems in an accurate and proficient manner.
• Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer’s and co-worker’s time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Contributes toward effective, positive working relationships with internal and external colleagues.
• Demonstrates cooperation, flexibility, reliability, and dependability in all daily work activities and a willingness to collaborate with others for the good of the customer and the organization.
• Attends staff meetings; follows HIPAA guidelines; follows patient rights policy; complies with the compliance program; demonstrates knowledge of role in a disaster; demonstrates knowledge of fire and fire drill procedures; working knowledge of hospital emergency codes; always utilizes standard precautions in the clinical setting; safely manages the environment of care by demonstrating a working knowledge of the requirements of the: Life Safety program, Utilities Management program, Hazardous Materials program, Emergency Preparedness program, Safety Management program, Medical Equipment Management program, Security Management program.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Two (2) years hospital EVS experience preferred.
• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written instructions, strong organizational skills, ability to follow verbal instructions, and PC (computer) skills.
• A capacity to learn, synthesize, make critical judgments, work independently, place patients and families first, and collaborate with the team members who are recognized leaders within healthcare.

Preferred

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