Hospital Environmental Services Specialist

highmarkhealth; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a dedicated Environmental Services Technician to perform standardized cleaning in patient rooms, offices and surrounding areas, supporting daily hospital operations. You will follow safety procedures while using cleaning chemicals and equipment, and assist with discharge cleaning and exterior cleaning as needed.

The role emphasizes timely service, attention to detail, and adherence to HIPAA-related privacy and safety policies, with a strong focus on patient

Qualifications

• No formal degree required; ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Basic reading, writing and effective communication skills.
• Ability to operate power equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs timely patient room cleaning and provides cleaning support to the various departments.
• Cleans daily in all areas including discharge cleaning, cycle cleaning, office cleaning and ancillary area cleaning.
• Cleans assigned building exteriors and refills dispensers; collects all receptacles.
• Completes project work such as wall washing, trash removal, and handling biohazardous materials.
• Assists with hospital emergency cleanup as needed.
• Adheres to hospital safety standards and applicable policies; supports patient satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Power equipment operation

Follow written instructions

Communication skills

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a dedicated Environmental Services Technician to perform standardized cleaning in patient rooms, offices and surrounding areas, supporting daily hospital operations. You will follow safety procedures while using cleaning chemicals and equipment, and assist with discharge cleaning and exterior cleaning as needed.

The role emphasizes timely service, attention to detail, and adherence to HIPAA-related privacy and safety policies, with a strong focus on patient