Housekeeper/EVS Technician (Part Time; Nights)

Newberry Health; Newberry (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Newberry Health Hospital is seeking a Housekeeper / EVS Technician to support night shift operations on an as-needed basis. The role maintains a clean, sanitary, and orderly environment in accordance with infection prevention and safety procedures.

Responsibilities include cleaning patient rooms, lobbies, ER, and restrooms; sanitizing surfaces; coordinating with nursing staff; and reporting any maintenance issues to ensure a safe hospital environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required; must be able to read and write.
• Prior institutional housekeeping experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned areas such as lobby, ER, bathrooms, and other locations.
• Germicidal cleaning of countertops, bathrooms, and high-touch surfaces; remove trash.
• Notify nurse’s station when patient rooms are cleaned and ready for new admissions.
• Perform daily patient room cleaning, trash removal, high-dusting, and floor care.
• Report maintenance needs or unsafe conditions to the Supervisor promptly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading & writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Are you looking to make a difference every day you come to work?

We invite you to bring your dedication and pride in service to a team where your work truly matters.

Description

Are you looking to make a difference every day you come to work?

We invite you to bring your dedication and pride in service to a team where your work truly matters.

At Newberry Health Hospital, our Environmental Services (EVS) team plays a vital role in ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. Through collaboration, compassion, and attention to detail, our EVS professionals help prevent infection, support quality care, and uphold the highest standards of respect for one another and our community.

About Newberry Health Hospital

Newberry Health Hospital is a 90-bed, acute care, independent, not-for-profit community hospital serving Newberry County and surrounding areas. As a Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® organization, we are guided by a strong Board, dedicated leadership, and exceptional staff. Our commitment to excellence has earned us numerous quality and safety awards.

Love where you work—and love where you live.

Newberry County is located approximately 30 minutes from Greenville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, offering easy access to urban amenities while maintaining a close-knit, rural community atmosphere. With proximity to both the mountains and the beach, Newberry offers a rich sense of history, community pride, and balanced living.

Position Summary

We are currently seeking a Housekeeper / EVS Technician to support night shift operations on an as-needed basis. This position is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and orderly environment throughout the hospital in accordance with prescribed infection prevention and safety procedures.

Essential Functions

• Cleans assigned areas such as the lobby, Emergency Room, Medical Records, bathrooms, and other designated locations.
• Germicides countertops, bathrooms, and high-touch surfaces; removes trash; dust mops and damp mops floors; and places “Wet Floor” signs as required.
• Cleans discharged patient rooms according to EVS protocols, including:
• Spot-cleaning walls
• Washing furniture and beds with germicide
• Cleaning mirrors, sinks, toilets, tubs/showers, televisions, doors, drapes, and fixtures
• Making beds with clean linens
• Dusting, damp mopping, and vacuuming
• Notifies the nurse’s station when patient rooms are cleaned and ready for new admissions.
• Performs daily patient room cleaning, including trash removal, high dusting, germiciding surfaces, and floor care.
• Reports broken furniture, maintenance needs, or unsafe conditions to the Supervisor promptly.
• Labor & Delivery Area: Wears scrub attire and performs terminal cleaning by germiciding walls, floors, tables, equipment, and light fixtures; removes excess water from floors as needed.
• Responds appropriately to department pages and service requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Performs other related duties as assigned, maintaining a positive, cooperative, and team-oriented attitude.

Why Join Newberry Health Hospital?

• Be part of a mission-driven, community-focused organization
• Make a direct impact on patient safety and care each shift
• Work alongside dedicated professionals in a supportive environment
• Enjoy the stability and pride of serving a close-knit community

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Must be able to read and write.
• Prior institutional housekeeping experience preferred.
• Must be able to perform short cycle, repetitive duties under specific instruction.

Newberry County Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.