Manager Hospital Custodian

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harborview Medical Center Environmental Services is seeking a Manager of Environmental Services to lead day-to-day EVS operations across one of Harborview's largest departments, focusing on cleaning, disinfection, waste management, linen services, pest management, and room setup.

The role supports ORs, ICUs, patient care floors and the ED, driving efficient processes and best practices while collaborating with hospital leaders, staff, and vendors to maintain service quality.

Qualifications

• Three to four years of management experience, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting.
• Equivalent education and experience may substitute for required qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day EVS operations to ensure the operational needs of the hospital are met
• Oversee cleaning and disinfection, waste management, linen services, integrated pest management, and room setup
• Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and environmental services standards and regulations
• Partner with hospital leaders to coordinate EVS activities, schedules, priorities, and service expectations
• Assist the Director with operational plans, budgets, policies, procedures, and department strategies
• Manage staffing, including interviewing, hiring, training, performance management, and corrective action
• Plan, assign, and oversee the work of supervisors and other direct reports
• Monitor department performance and implement best practices to improve quality, safety, efficiency, and patient care

Skills

Management experience

Operations oversight

Healthcare setting

Team leadership

Education

Business Administration degree or related field

Job description

Job Description

Harborview Medical Center Environmental Services has an outstanding opportunity for a Manager of Environmental Services.

WORK SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE (40 hours per week)
• Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Manage day-to-day operations for one of Harborview Medical Center’s largest departments
• Oversee Environmental Services functions including cleaning and disinfection, waste management, linen services, integrated pest management, and room setup
• Support specialized patient care areas including Operating Rooms (OR), ICUs, patient care floors, and the Emergency Department (ED)
• Develop and implement efficient operational processes and Environmental Services best practices
• Collaborate with hospital leaders, staff, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure continuity and quality of services

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day EVS operations to ensure the operational needs of the hospital are met
• Oversee cleaning and disinfection, waste management, linen services, integrated pest management, and room setup
• Ensure compliance with infection control, patient safety, and environmental services standards and regulations
• Partner with hospital leaders to coordinate EVS activities, schedules, priorities, and service expectations
• Assist the Director with operational plans, budgets, policies, procedures, and department strategies
• Manage staffing, including interviewing, hiring, training, performance management, and corrective action
• Plan, assign, and oversee the work of supervisors and other direct reports
• Monitor department performance and implement best practices to improve quality, safety, efficiency, and patient care

Requirements

• Business Administration degree or related field equivalent
• Three to four years of management experience, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting
• Equivalent education and experience may substitute for required qualifications

About Harborview Medical Center

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

About Uw Medicine - Where Your Impact Goes Further

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team

Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum

$80,292.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum

$120,444.00 annual

Benefits

Other Compensation: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

Not Applicable

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.