Hospital EVS Tech – Patient-Centered Cleaning & Safety

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine in DeKalb is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to clean and sanitize patient rooms, offices, and public areas. You will follow isolation and safety policies, stock supplies, and maintain equipment while ensuring confidentiality and professional demeanor.

This full-time role requires the ability to work days 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, collaborate with hospital staff, and contribute to cost-reduction and process improvements in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Must follow oral and written instructions.
• Must communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.
• Must work independently and use department tools.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms daily.
• Follows policies on patient isolation and contact precautions as necessary.
• Stocks paper items and supplies in assigned areas.
• Maintains cart and equipment in clean, working condition.
• Promotes safety; uses PPE and wet floor signs as required.
• Uses chemicals safely and reports hazards to supervisor.
• Communicates issues to supervisor and helps with scheduling.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and collaborates with staff.
• Demonstrates teamwork and supports colleagues across departments.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Job description

Northwestern Medicine in DeKalb is seeking an Environmental Services Technician to clean and sanitize patient rooms, offices, and public areas. You will follow isolation and safety policies, stock supplies, and maintain equipment while ensuring confidentiality and professional demeanor.

This full-time role requires the ability to work days 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, collaborate with hospital staff, and contribute to cost-reduction and process improvements in a fast-paced healthcare environment.