Hospital Cleaning & Disinfection Tech I

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care seeks environmental services staff to clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices and hospital areas in accordance with department procedures. The role involves operating cleaning equipment, handling chemicals safely, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients, families and staff.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and strong English communication skills. Adherence to infection control policies and safety guidelines is required.

Qualifications

• Clean/disinfect areas following schedules and department procedures.
• Handle chemicals and solutions per department policy and safety rules.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and report safety hazards.
• Communicate effectively in English with patients, families and staff.
• Follow Universal Precautions and Infection Control policies.

Responsibilities

• Washes and sanitizes assigned areas (walls, doors, ceilings, windows, furniture, floors, equipment).
• Operates cleaning equipment per department procedures.
• Restrooms, patient rooms, offices, and other hospital areas are kept clean and orderly.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient and departmental information.
• Uses appropriate germicides for disinfecting rooms and surfaces.

Skills

Customer service

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience

Job description

Advocate Health Care seeks environmental services staff to clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices and hospital areas in accordance with department procedures. The role involves operating cleaning equipment, handling chemicals safely, and maintaining a clean, safe environment for patients, families and staff.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent, and strong English communication skills. Adherence to infection control policies and safety guidelines is required.