Healthcare Environmental Services Tech

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Ruidoso (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Drug-free workplace

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services at Lincoln County Medical Center in Ruidoso, NM seeks a Housekeeper/Environmental Services Tech to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff while following infection prevention guidelines and department policies.

This full-time position requires a high school diploma or GED and may prefer one year of healthcare housekeeping experience; strong communication with team members is essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED required; may be obtained within six months of hire.
• Experience: One year of housekeeping experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with patients, visitors, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Follow established departmental policies, procedures, quality assurance guidelines, and safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Maintain clean and sanitary environments by dusting furniture, equipment, and surfaces; cleaning and disinfecting floors, fixtures, mirrors, windows, doors, walls, and restrooms.
• Operate floor cleaning equipment, including vacuums, polishers, and mechanical floor cleaners, to maintain floors and other surfaces.
• Perform floor care duties such as mopping, buffing, stripping, waxing, and polishing floors, as well as shampooing carpets and furniture.
• Complete high-level cleaning tasks, including cleaning vents, fans, light fixtures, window tops, and door frames, using ladders and appropriate equipment as needed.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash, waste materials, and soiled linens in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform terminal cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms to prepare them for new occupants, following all required infection prevention and isolation protocols.
• Participate in ongoing training, educational programs, and in-service meetings to maintain knowledge of cleaning procedures and safety standards.
• Attend departmental meetings and complete additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services at Lincoln County Medical Center in Ruidoso, NM seeks a Housekeeper/Environmental Services Tech to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff while following infection prevention guidelines and department policies.

This full-time position requires a high school diploma or GED and may prefer one year of healthcare housekeeping experience; strong communication with team members is essential.