Patient Care EVS Specialist — Cleanliness & Safety Lead

DCH Health System; Northport (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

DCH Health System in Alabama seeks a dedicated housekeeping associate to clean and service patient care areas according to established procedures and schedules. Responsibilities include cleaning patient rooms, walls, windows, and floors, operating cleaning equipment, and maintaining organized storage and waste areas.

The role emphasizes following written procedures, communicating effectively, and supporting training for new hires.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to follow written procedures and verbal instructions.

Responsibilities

• Clean and service assigned areas following procedures and schedule.
• Perform tasks such as cleaning occupied and discharged patient rooms, walls, doors, ceilings, furniture and windows.
• Dust, damp mop, vacuum floors, vacuum carpets, and collect waste from all areas.
• Move furniture, arrange equipment, and ensure cleanliness of waste receptacles and storage areas.
• Operate cleaning equipment (buffers, wringers, scrubbers, vacuums) safely.
• Report broken furniture or equipment to supervisors.
• Provide training for new hires as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Reading & writing

English comprehension

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Email

Time and attendance software

Learning management software

Intranet

Job description

DCH Health System in Alabama seeks a dedicated housekeeping associate to clean and service patient care areas according to established procedures and schedules. Responsibilities include cleaning patient rooms, walls, windows, and floors, operating cleaning equipment, and maintaining organized storage and waste areas.

The role emphasizes following written procedures, communicating effectively, and supporting training for new hires.