Part-Time Hospital Services Technician

Waste Management; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Waste Management is seeking a Hospital Services Worker in Springfield, MA to travel between hospitals and proactively collect and exchange waste containers for WM Healthcare Solutions programs, including Sharps, Pharmaceutical Waste, and Document Management. The role operates on a regular schedule at multiple facilities in the area.

The candidate must have a valid driver’s license and meet immunization requirements; high school education or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• On-site presence at WMHS customer locations.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Experience in customer service or equivalent preferred.
• Immunization requirements per customer facilities.

Responsibilities

• Travel between healthcare facilities to collect and exchange waste containers for WMHS programs.
• Maintain a rigid collection and service schedule.
• Interact professionally with onsite customer staff to meet service expectations.
• Communicate duty status on a scheduled basis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Stericycle is now part of W M. To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle, CLICK HERE to read the press release.

I. Job Summary

Under management direction, a Hospital Services Worker travels between customer healthcare facilities providing on-site proactive collection and exchange of waste containers for various WM Healthcare Solutions (WMHS) programs, including but not limited to: Sharps Management Service, Pharmaceutical Waste, Controlled Substances, and Document Management. This service is provided at regularly scheduled intervals for assigned facilities.

II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Travels between customer healthcare facilities to proactively monitor, collect, and exchange waste containers for various WMHS programs and services, including but not limited to: Sharps Management Service, Pharmaceutical Waste, Controlled Substance and Document Management.
• Interacts professionally with onsite customer staff to ensure service expectations are met or exceeded.
• Maintains a rigid collection and service schedule.
• Communicates duty status on a defined scheduled.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

III. Qualifications

A. Required Qualifications

• This position requires on-site presence at WMHS customer locations and compliance with all mandatory immunization requirements imposed by such customers, and
• 2 years industry related experience in a customer service capacity preferred, or the equivalent in related work experience, demonstrating strong communication skills and tact in providing superior customer service in a variety of settings and situations or preferred education requirement
• Valid Driver's License

B. Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

IV. Physical Requirements

Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Lifting
• Carrying
• Pushing
• Pulling
• Climbing
• Balancing
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Crouching
• Reaching
• Handling
• Grasping
• Talking
• Hearing
• Repetitive Motions
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• Position requires extensive lifting, walking, bending, and pushing. Must be able to lift up to 55 pounds and push and/or pull carts weighing as much as 500 pounds.

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.

This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre-employment screening, post-incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing, in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

V. Schedule

Start time: 5am

Tuesday and Wednesday

Multiple hospitals throughout Springfield, MA.

Parking Reimbursed

Mileage Reimbursed. Certain conditions apply.

Schedule is subject to change to meet customer needs.

VI. Pay

The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $20.19 per hour. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

VII. Benefits

At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.