Patient-Focused EVS Technician — Healthcare Cleaning

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an EVS Tech II to support patient care areas by cleaning rooms and public spaces, restocking supplies, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards. The role requires adherence to isolation policies and effective communication with staff and patients.

The position emphasizes independent work, teamwork, and cost-conscious process improvements while delivering a high standard of cleanliness in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Must follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.
• Must be able to work independently.
• One to three years of environmental services experience in a healthcare or hospitality environment preferred.

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 using wet floor signs, PPE, and keeping carts unattended.
• Uses chemicals and equipment safely and at proper dilution in labeled containers.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment repairs and reports safety hazards.
• Communicates issues to supervisor and assists with scheduling and task completion.
• Maintains professional relationships with hospital personnel and protects patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ability to articulate scripting model to customers we serve.

Skills

Follow instructions

Effective communication

Independent worker

Healthcare environment familiarity

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking an EVS Tech II to support patient care areas by cleaning rooms and public spaces, restocking supplies, and maintaining safety and sanitation standards. The role requires adherence to isolation policies and effective communication with staff and patients.

The position emphasizes independent work, teamwork, and cost-conscious process improvements while delivering a high standard of cleanliness in a fast-paced hospital environment.