Hospital Sanitation & Safety Technician

CommonSpirit Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health’s Saint Joseph East in Lexington, KY seeks an Environmental Services Technician to clean and sanitize patient rooms and hospital areas daily, using proper disposal methods for biohazard materials and restocking supplies. The role emphasizes safety, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork within a caring patient-care environment.

Typical duties include disinfection, supplies replenishment, waste handling, and supporting cleanliness metrics across departments as needed.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required or preferred depending on hire terms.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily occupied and discharge/transfer cleaning and disinfection of patient care areas, equipment and common areas.
• Maintain cleaning carts, supplies and equipment; manage waste according to procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Follow infection prevention practices and PPE procedures; protect patient privacy (HIPAA).
• Collaborate with the patient care team to support safety and cleanliness metrics.

Education

High School GED General Studies

High School Graduate General Studies

Job description

CommonSpirit Health’s Saint Joseph East in Lexington, KY seeks an Environmental Services Technician to clean and sanitize patient rooms and hospital areas daily, using proper disposal methods for biohazard materials and restocking supplies. The role emphasizes safety, HIPAA compliance, and teamwork within a caring patient-care environment.

Typical duties include disinfection, supplies replenishment, waste handling, and supporting cleanliness metrics across departments as needed.