Housekeeping Technician - Environmental Services, Part-time, Days

Northwestern Medicine; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider in the role of Housekeeping Technician, where you will take pride in maintaining cleanliness and safety in patient areas. Your commitment to following safety guidelines and effective communication will be essential in providing excellent service. This part-time position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment dedicated to patient care and satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with patients and staff.
• Must exhibit physical demands, including lifting and pushing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains patient rooms and public areas.
• Stocks supplies and ensures equipment is in clean condition.
• Promotes safety and adheres to policies on patient isolation.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Relationship

Safety Awareness

Job description

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Description

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Description

The EVS Tech II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and maintains patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas daily, including collecting and removing trash, changing bed linens, and sanitizing all surfaces.
• Follows policies and procedures on patient isolation and contact precautions as necessary.
• Stocks paper items and other supplies in assigned areas as necessary or designated.
• Maintains cart and equipment in clean, working condition and stores in appropriate storage area
• Promotes safety in the workplace. Uses wet floor signs, PPE, not leaving housekeeping cart or supplies unattended.
• Uses chemicals and equipment in an effective and safe manner. Uses appropriate chemicals, diluted at the correct ratio, in properly labeled containers.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment needing repairs. Reports all safety hazards to manager.
• Communicates to supervisor any issues, including inability to complete schedule and is proactive in dealing with observed deficiencies (reports issues/work requests to supervisor/manager or Call Center, picks up debris outside of regular work area)
• Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationship with hospital personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information.
• Exhibits the ability to articulate designed scripting model to each customer we serve
• Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.
• Manages work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
• Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
• Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow services we provide.
• Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers. Addresses questions and concerns promptly, or identifies appropriate person and resources to do so. Provides directions or help to patients and customers with finding their way.
• Uses effective service recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.
• Demonstrates teamwork by helping co-workers within and across departments. Communicates effectively with others, respects diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledges the assistance and contributions of others.
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Must exhibit the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.
• Must be able to use the proper tracking and communication tools utilized by department.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Physical Demands: Requirement:
• Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 50 pounds and a push/pull force up to 50 pounds
  

Preferred

• One to three years of environmental services experience in a healthcare or hospitality environment.
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services and Hospitals and Health Care

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