Hospital Environmental Services Specialist

Advocate Health; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated environmental services associate to clean patient care areas, bathrooms, lobbies and offices across the facility. You will follow written and oral instructions, work independently, and maintain infection-control guidelines while handling linens, waste and supplies; no formal education required.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service as you support daily operations and ensure a clean, sanitary environment for patients and

Qualifications

• Ability to follow and understand oral and written instructions and communicate with others.
• Ability to work alone and to understand the physical arrangements of the facilities.
• Performs tasks without disrupting operations of staff and patients.
• Ability to set priorities and follow department policies and procedures.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Cleans patient care areas, surgical areas, restrooms, lobbies and offices.
• Cleans surfaces, ceilings, vents, walls, doors, furniture and equipment.
• Dusts and damp mops floors in patient and exam areas.
• Replaces cubicle and window coverings.
• Gathers and disposes recyclables, trash and medical waste per guidelines.
• Sorts, stocks and delivers linens; prepares soiled linen for transport.
• Cleans dismissal and transfer units and distributes supplies.
• Fills and cleans supply dispensers.
• Keeps housekeeping closet organized; inventories supplies and orders as needed.
• Reports mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.

Skills

Follow oral/written instructions

Work independently

Communication skills

Prioritization

Basic computer skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Education

No Formal Education

Job description

Advocate Health in Wisconsin is seeking a dedicated environmental services associate to clean patient care areas, bathrooms, lobbies and offices across the facility. You will follow written and oral instructions, work independently, and maintain infection-control guidelines while handling linens, waste and supplies; no formal education required.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service as you support daily operations and ensure a clean, sanitary environment for patients and