Supervisor Environmental Services

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards program

Paid Time Off

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an Environmental Services Supervisor at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Illinois. Responsible for supervising Environmental Services and Linen staff, training, policy implementation and coordination of daily operations to ensure timely cleaning and safe, high-quality care environments.

The role includes scheduling, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and active participation in safety and care committees.

Qualifications

• Good supervisory skills in scheduling, planning, evaluating, training and coaching Environmental Services staff.
• Strong communication skills and ability to handle conflicts constructively.
• Excellent organizational and prioritizing abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Observe and evaluate Environmental Services staff performance.
• Train new associates and conduct department orientation.
• Ensure adherence to department policies and procedures and new initiatives.
• Coordinate staff assignments and deadlines, monitor bed/room cleaning for admissions and transfers.
• Assist with safety rounds and infection control coordination.
• Prepare schedules, assign tasks, and manage timecards and attendance.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Verbal & written communication

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Conflict resolution

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department: 11906 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Environmental Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 3:00pm to 11:30pm Pay Range: $26.55 - $39.85

Major Responsibilities

• 1)Observes Environmental Services and Linen associates performing job tasks to evaluate competence
• 2)Conducts new associate training and department orientation
• 3)Conducts on-going education of staff; annual safety competencies etc.
• 4)Responsible for the implementation of all department policies and procedures. Involved in implementing new initiatives and programs.
• 5)Ensures staff assignments are completed and deadlines are met
• 6)Ensures timely cleaning of beds/rooms/areas for patient admissions/transfers/treatment. Monitors bed board and demonstrates excellent skills in the use of teletracking.
• 7)Completes sanitation quality control check list and provides feedback to Environmental Services staff and customers
• 8)Participates in weekly Environmental of Care Rounds with Infection Control and/or safety personnel to evaluate cleanliness of areas. Participates in committees such as Hazmat committee etc as necessary.
• 9)Conducts patient interviews and follows through on complaints/issues
• 10)Responds to facility emergencies (ie floods) with appropriate staff and equipment Performs general supervisory duties

General Supervisory Duties

• 1)Initiates disciplinary actions and recommends termination of associates in accordance with departmental and hospital policy. Provides supporting documentation to management regarding issues related to corrective actions.
• 2)Completes and submits performance reviews for all Environmental services and Linen staff.
• 3)Interviews candidates for open positions and recommends hiring of staff
• 4)Issues supplies to staff and ensures adherence to cost containment programs
• 5)Inspects equipment and supplies for cleanliness ,adequacy and working order
• 6)Promotes safe work practices. Maintains all required logs and manifests. Implements continuing education programs in order to meet hospital regulations and standards.
• 7)Reports items in need of repair or replacement to appropriate hospital personnel and follows through on all requests
• 8)Provides associate support and counseling regarding job-related problems and/or performance issues. Assures that company policies are administered fairly and consistently

Planning and Supervising

• Planned and supervises the day-to-day operations of the Environmental Services and Linen Department. Including Meeting reservations and set up.
• 1)Prepares schedules and assignments ensuring all job tasks are assigned and areas are properly staffed. Also assigns special project work. Evaluates PTO requests and approves or denies based on the needs of the department. Monitors staff arrivals and departures.
• 2)Ensures all cleaning frequencies are scheduled and completed within specified time frames
• 3)Provides daily instructions and assignments to staff
• 4)Meets with all area managers to evaluate/schedule project cleaning needs
• 5)Attends construction meetings to plan for equipment and cleaning needs and meet established deadlines for occupancy
• 6)Follows through on verbal and written work order requests. Makes assignments to ensure customer and patient needs are met in a timely manner.
• 7)Places orders for all needed supplies and equipment for the Environmental Services and Linen departments. Follows through on orders resolving any backorder issues to ensure needed supplies are available at all times. Meets with various vendor representatives on a regular basis. Keeps track of and maintains all AV and meeting room equipment to ensure customer needs are met.
• 8)Edits and maintains associate timecards. Prepares timecards for approval. Maintains associate attendance records.

Education/Experience Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 years leadership experience in a service department (hospital setting preferred)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Good supervisory skills in scheduling, planning, evaluating,training and coaching Environmental Services Associates required.
• Good skills in identifing and resolving conflicts constructively
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required. . Strong organizational and prioritizing skills. - Strongly detailed and results oriented. - Strong interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

NA Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Demands which require walking, standing, bending, climbing, and lifting throughout the work day. Ability to observe the work of others and provide feedback to enhance performance. Able to meet time constraints in a fast paced environment. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care