Hospital Environmental Services Technician

West Tennessee Healthcare; Milan (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

West Tennessee Healthcare in Milan, Tennessee, seeks a dedicated Environmental Services associate to clean patient areas and public spaces, following established procedures to maintain a sanitary, aseptic hospital environment. The role requires interacting with patients and families and working shifts that may include weekends.

Responsibilities include dusting, mopping, trash removal, restroom sanitization, bed making, and reporting equipment or safety issues.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Follow written and oral instructions and record assignments completed in a basic log.
• Self-motivation to perform highly repetitive tasks with a positive attitude.
• Ability to operate/ use cleaning equipment provided by the department.
• Maintain good body mechanics and safety practices while performing duties.
• Respond promptly to emergencies and maintain a flexible schedule as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning duties in assigned areas to maintain a clean and aseptic environment for patients and families.
• Dust, wipe, mop, vacuum, and sanitize rooms, restrooms, and public areas according to schedules.
• Empty trash, replenish supplies, and ensure beds are made when assigned.
• Notify supervisor of any equipment or facility malfunctions.
• Assist in cleaning emergencies or spills as needed.
• Attend monthly meetings and in-service training.

Job description

West Tennessee Healthcare in Milan, Tennessee, seeks a dedicated Environmental Services associate to clean patient areas and public spaces, following established procedures to maintain a sanitary, aseptic hospital environment. The role requires interacting with patients and families and working shifts that may include weekends.

Responsibilities include dusting, mopping, trash removal, restroom sanitization, bed making, and reporting equipment or safety issues.