OR Environmental Service Assistant - Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm

UMC Health System; Mission (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Pharmacy Cost

Cash Retention Bonus

Employer retirement benefits

Job summary

UMC Health System is seeking an Environmental Service Assistant for a Monday–Friday 6:30am–3:00pm shift to support operating room activities and patient care. You will help prepare sterile supplies, transport patients, and assist with room turnover in a high-demand surgical environment.

The role requires a High School Diploma and at least 1 year of environmental service experience. You will work with hospital staff to maintain safety and cleanliness, following strict infection control procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1+ year of experience in environmental service or related role.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification to be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper cleaning, setup of sterile supplies and equipment for surgery.
• Transport patients between care units as needed.
• Handle transport and disposition of specimens and cultures.
• Assist with room turnover and cleaning between cases, including trash and soiled linens.

Skills

Multitask

English fluency

Communication

Reading/Writing English

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

OR Environmental Service Assistant - Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm page is loaded## OR Environmental Service Assistant - Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pmlocations: UMC Main Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R21531We've learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas(R).The Operating Room, Environmental Service Assistant performs miscellaneous tasks related to patient transportation and basic operating room functionsMonday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pmJob Specific ResponsibilitiesDaily assignments may include but are not limited to:- Ensure proper cleaning, preparation and setup of sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment to be used during surgery- Transport patients between care units, when needed- Properly handle transporting and disposition of specimens and cultures- Obtain blood products from Transfusion Services and responsible for return of unused products- Assist staff with room turnover- Operation of assigned cleaning machines and/or equipment- Performs duties required for cleaning between cases, including removal of trash and soiled linens, cleaning furniture, making beds, cleaning floors, and light/socket covers in an efficient and timely manner- All other assigned duties related to attending the operating roomEducation and Experience- High School Diploma- +1 year of experience in an environmental service capacity or related experienceRequired Licensures/Certifications/Registrations- Basic Life Skills Certification (BLS) must be obtained within 90 days of hire into the roleSkills and Abilities- Ability to multitask and change priorities with short notice- Effective communicator; Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently- Ability to understand instructions and learn risk and hazardous exposures related to cleaning products used- High degree of responsiveness to changing schedules and priorities throughout the dayInteraction with Other Departments and Other RelationshipsThis role will interact cordially and effectively with all patients, their family members, and OR StaffPhysical CapabilitiesWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to push, pull, and lift up to 50 pounds. There are extended periods of time standing and/or frequent walking.Environmental/Working ConditionsThis position is subject to indoor temperature changes. Work done intraoperative is performed in a high- risk area for exposure to blood borne pathogens.UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of 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.\\*Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.\\*Benefits:* Resilience program+ Emotional+ Physical+ Spiritual+ Financial+ Career+ Community* On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)* Discounted Pharmacy Cost* Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)* Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match* PTO & Extended Illness* Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance* And more at:UMC Vision, Mission and Standards:**Vision:**To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country**Mission Statement:** Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow's healthcare professionals.**Standards of Excellence:** Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and RespectAbout UMC* Magnet Designated* 501 licensed beds* 62 Site locations* Regions only Level I Trauma Center* Regions only BICU* DNV accredited* Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC)* Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas MonthlyUMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards:**Culture:**Service is Our Passion**Vision:** The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.**Mission Statement:** To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.**Standards:** Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, KindnessAbout UMCP* 35 Practice Locations - private practices and urgent care centers* Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers* Ranked as \"One of the Best Places to Work in Texas\" by Texas Monthly* Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates