Healthcare Environmental Services Aide

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH); McDowell (KY); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a housekeeping staff member to clean hospital facilities, patient rooms, and common areas. Responsibilities include daily room cleaning, restroom sanitation, waste removal, carpet and floor maintenance, and compliance with safety protocols.

The role requires following universal precautions and participating in ARH orientation. Preference is given to candidates with a High School Diploma or GED and willingness to complete the orientation program.

Qualifications

• Education (experience can be substituted for education)
• High School Diploma Or GED Preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with the nursing staff to clean occupied rooms first and handle spills.
• Clean patient rooms daily; damp mop or vacuum floors; dust furniture and bed tables.
• Clean restrooms with approved chemicals; wash basins, tubs, mirrors; refill supplies.
• Periodic cleaning of high ledges, ceilings, light fixtures, and vents.
• Mop corridors and elevator landings; sweep stairs; wash walls.
• Bonnet clean or extract carpeted areas; check/return equipment; report repairs.
• Assist in set ups, hanging curtains, trash and hazardous waste removal.
• Maintain all floors and carpets.
• Set up meetings and check equipment condition.
• Attend safety trainings; follow exposure control plans.
• Promote teamwork to meet department goals.
• Respect patients, families, visitors; maintain professional environment.

Education

High School Diploma Or GED Preferred

Job description

Appalachian Regional Healthcare (ARH) is seeking a housekeeping staff member to clean hospital facilities, patient rooms, and common areas. Responsibilities include daily room cleaning, restroom sanitation, waste removal, carpet and floor maintenance, and compliance with safety protocols.

The role requires following universal precautions and participating in ARH orientation. Preference is given to candidates with a High School Diploma or GED and willingness to complete the orientation program.