Regulated Waste Specialist Hospital

Riverside Health; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Virginia is seeking a Regulated Waste Specialist to manage daily movement and disposal of waste streams hospital-wide. The role emphasizes service excellence, safety, and adherence to infection control practices.

The position requires a high school diploma (preferred) and 1–3 years of healthcare housekeeping experience with knowledge of applicable regulations, policies, and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of prior housekeeping experience in a healthcare setting with knowledge of regulations, policies, procedures and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Daily movement and proper disposal of waste streams throughout the hospital.
• Maintain quality and infection control measures with appropriate documentation.
• Follow RHS, DNV, state and regulatory standards to ensure a safe patient care environment.

Job description

## Regulated Waste Specialist HospitalApplylocations: Riverside Regional Medical Center - Newport News, Virginiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2026-036563Newport News, Virginia**Hiring Range**$15.60 - $20.25/HourlyActual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs. **Overview** Works under the general supervision of the team leader/supervisor/manager and/or the department director. Is responsible for the daily movement and proper disposal of the waste streams throughout the hospital. Performs all other duties as assigned. **What you will do** * Demonstrates positive customer service behaviors consistently. Strives to meet/exceed the needs of the facility's customers/patients by demonstrating flexibility and sense of urgency to create a service excellence experience.* Conducts inspections in area of responsibility daily ensuring assigned tasks are completed and quality/infection control measures are met consistently with appropriate documentation forwarded to department leadership.* Demonstrates respect, concern and empathy for the diverse needs of patients, customers and co-workers.* Demonstrates the ability to organize the work of self and other Team Members.* Maintains a safe patient care environment by consistently complying with RHS, DNV, State and regulatory standards to ensure the safety of patients, visitors and staff. Follows guidelines for proper body mechanics, hazardous materials handling and universal precautions to prevent accidents and injuries. Maintains a safe work area. **Qualifications** **Education** * , High school or equivalent (Preferred) **Experience** * 1-3 years Prior housekeeping experience in a healthcare setting with knowledge of regulations, policies, procedures and accreditation standards (Preferred)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.