Hospital Environmental Services Quality Control Manager

Crothall Healthcare; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance/ AD

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Flexible Time Off

Holiday Time Off

Associate Shopping Program

Health and Wellness Programs

Discount Marketplace

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Paid Parental Leave

Personal Leave

Job summary

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, coordinates environmental quality monitoring and infection prevention initiatives within Environmental Services. Using LIV Process and Vericlean data-driven methods, the role assesses cleaning efficacy, identifies contamination risks, and supports hospital-wide efforts to reduce HAIs, focusing on C.

difficile, in collaboration with clinical teams. You will conduct audits, analyze trends, train staff, and partner with Infection Prevention and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in health science/public health/biology or related field.
• Experience in Environmental Services, infection prevention, or quality improvement preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and safety guidelines.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills.
• Experience with data visualization tools (Tableau, Excel) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental quality audits using fluorescence-based detection systems to identify residual contamination on high-touch surfaces.
• Collect, analyze, and report cleaning efficacy data to identify trends and gaps.
• Support initiatives to reduce HAIs, including C. difficile transmission, with Infection Prevention leadership.
• Inspect patient rooms, procedural areas, and high-risk environments for protocol adherence.
• Provide real-time feedback and education to Environmental Services staff based on audit findings.
• Assist in training programs focused on infection control and cleaning standards.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to communicate findings and promote accountability.
• Maintain documentation of audit results, interventions, and follow-ups for records/research.
• Support pilot programs and research on environmental hygiene and infection prevention.
• Monitor compliance with hospital policies and safety protocols.
• Suggest process improvements based on data insights.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Statistical reasoning

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in health science/public health/biology or related field

Tools

Tableau

Excel

Job description

Crothall Healthcare, a Compass Healthcare company, provides specialized, high-quality, innovative, and responsive support services exclusively to the healthcare industry. Crothall serves many of the Top 100 Hospitals throughout its over 900 hospital partners across 46 states. Crothall has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to Work and Best Places to Work in Pennsylvania since 2013. Crothall has more than 32,000 team members, with core services include: Environmental Services, Patient Transportation, Patient Observation, Healthcare Facilities Management, Sterile Processing Services, and Ambulatory EVS. Learn more at www.Crothall.com.

Salary: $65,000 - $70,000 / year

Other Forms of Compensation: Eligible for annual bonus

Job Summary

Coordinate and execute environmental quality monitoring and infection prevention initiatives within Environmental Services. Utilize data-driven methodologies, including the LIV Process, and Vericlean to assess cleaning efficacy, identify contamination risks, and support hospital-wide efforts to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), with a focus on C. difficile. Collaborate with Environmental Services, Infection Prevention, and clinical teams to enhance cleaning standards, improve staff education, and ensure a safe and sanitary patient care environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental quality audits using fluorescence-based detection systems (e.g., LIV Process) to identify residual contamination on high-touch surfaces.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data on cleaning efficacy; generate reports to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with Infection Prevention and Environmental Services leadership to support initiatives aimed at reducing HAIs, including C. difficile transmission.
• Perform routine and targeted inspections of patient rooms, procedural areas, and high-risk environments to ensure adherence to established cleaning protocols.
• Provide real-time feedback and education to Environmental Services staff based on audit findings to reinforce best practices and improve performance.
• Assist in the development and implementation of training programs focused on infection control, cleaning standards, and use of new technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (clinical staff, nursing, operations leadership) to communicate findings and promote accountability in maintaining environmental cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate documentation of audit results, interventions, and follow-up activities for internal tracking and potential research/publication purposes.
• Support pilot programs and research initiatives related to environmental hygiene and infection prevention.
• Monitor compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and safety protocols related to environmental services.
• Assist in continuous quality improvement efforts by recommending process enhancements based on data insights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health science, public health, biology, or related field preferred; or equivalent combination of education and relevant healthcare experience.
• Prior experience in Environmental Services, infection prevention, research, or quality improvement strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, safety guidelines, and procedural manuals.
• Ability to write clear reports and communicate findings effectively to both frontline staff and leadership.
• Ability to present information in small group or training settings.
• Ability to perform basic statistical analysis and interpret data trends.
• Proficiency in working with data sets, percentages, and performance metrics.
• Ability to apply critical thinking to identify contamination risks, evaluate cleaning processes, and recommend improvements.
• Ability to manage multiple variables in dynamic healthcare environments.
• Familiarity with infection prevention practices and environmental cleaning standards in healthcare settings.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, excel) preferred.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments.
• Strong attention to detail and observational skills.

Associates At Crothall Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Flexible Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Crothall.pdf

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Crothall maintains a drug-free workplace.

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