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Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority; Altus (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson County Memorial Hospital Authority in Altus, OK is seeking an Environmental Services worker to perform floor care, conference room setups, trash and linen pickup, and general equipment care. The role requires attention to safety, adherence to regulatory requirements, punctuality and teamwork as you support hospital operations across the night shift, ensuring a clean, safe patient environment.

You will use proper PPE, report maintenance issues promptly, and coordinate with the Supervisor

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Some related experience in health care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of housekeeping technique and procedures preferred.
• Must pass EVS Ability Test with 80% or greater.

Responsibilities

• Select, gather and transport cleaning materials and equipment appropriate for the task to be completed to the work area.
• Clean and maintain equipment daily, including pad changing and proper charging and storage.
• Maintain cleanliness of stairwells, parking areas, elevators and signage.
• Gathers general waste, bio-hazard waste and soiled linen per procedures.
• Maintain bio trailer, trash compactor and storage areas neatly and securely.
• Deliver supplies and equipment to hospital areas as requested.
• Coordinate tasks with department managers and other departments.

Skills

Teamwork and communication

Customer service

Safety compliance

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Shift: Nights

Job Summary:

Responsible for floor care, meeting room set ups, and pick up of trash, linen and bio. Climb to reach higher areas and cleans as requested or needed. Takes care of equipment and supplies.

Demonstrates Competency in the Following Areas:

• Selects, gathers and transports cleaning materials and equipment appropriate for the task to be completed to the work area.
• Cleans and maintains equipment daily to include pad changing, wiping down housing and electrical cords, properly attaching battery machines to chargers and storing equipment properly at the end of shift.
• Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of stairwells, parking lots and elevators along with fire sprinklers, light covers and exit signs.
• Gathers general waste, bio-hazard waste and soiled linen from assigned areas according to schedule or as needed, separating and handling each type according to outlined procedures.
• Maintains bio trailer, trash compactor, soiled linen room and equipment room in a neat, orderly and secure fashion at all times, reporting any issues to the Supervisor promptly.
• Carries and responds to a cell phone promptly & professionally and returns all signed out equipment at the end of shift.
• Responsible for set up of conference rooms for hospital meetings and functions as requested.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips and refinishes hard floor surfaces and ensures cleanliness of corners, edges and baseboards.
• Uses proper supplies and equipment for carpet spot cleaning and scrubbing.
• Climbs ladder to hang cubicle curtains or to reach high areas for any cleaning purpose.
• Uses appropriate Personal Protective Equipment as needed and follows procedures to ensure a safe environment through proper machine storage, use of caution signs and having an attention to details.
• Delivers supplies and equipment to hospital areas when requested.
• Works with department managers to coordinate the completion of tasks in harmony with other departments.

Requirements

Professional Requirements:

• Dresses professionally and appropriate for the EVS setting and wears ID badge daily.
• Completes annual health screening and mandatory in services according to hospital policy.
• Strives to maintain good rapport and appropriate interdepartmental relationships with other hospital departments.
• Focuses on quality and customer service to ensure that all tasks are carried out in a proper, safe and timely manner.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality using the time clock properly and consistently.
• Displays adequate knowledge of regulatory requirements as defined by DNV, OSHA, EPA and DOT along with state and local standards of facility maintenance and care.
• Uses hospital and departmental policies and procedures to complete tasks.
• Uses proper chain of command to resolve issues and communicates openly with shift supervisor and department head when necessary.
• Demonstrates a desire to work as part of a team and upholds the goals and objectives of JCMH and the EVS department.

Education/Regulatory Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Some related experience in the health care setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of proper housekeeping technique and procedures preferred.
• Previous work history that demonstrates steady attendance and punctuality is required.
• Must pass the EVS Ability Test with 80% or greater as given by the Human Resources Department

Language:

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Physical Demands:

• For physical demands of position, including vision, hearing, repetitive motion and environment, see attached description. Near visual & hearing acuity required to perform essential duties of position.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care.