SUPERVISOR-EVS

Methodist Hospitals; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals in Merrillville is seeking a candidate for the Environmental Services role. This position involves supervising staff, conducting daily inspections, and ensuring a clean environment throughout the hospital.

Applicants must have at least a High School Diploma or GED, with preference given to those with management experience and a background in housekeeping. The role requires effective communication skills and the ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Associates Management is preferred.
• Prefer experience in housekeeping or sanitation.
• 2 years of experience in Healthcare/Medical - Environmental is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections of cleaning equipment.
• Ensure employees have necessary supplies.
• Hold employees accountable for cleanliness.
• Monitor chemical and supply usage.

Skills

Knowledge of Environmental Services products/equipment

Ability to deal with conflict effectively

Ability to hold employees accountable

Effective communication with staff

Ability to plan and prioritize work

Motivational skills

Initiative and good judgement

Education

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent

Associates Management

Housekeeping and/or sanitation experience

2 years Healthcare/Medical – Environmental

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the effective use of assigned staff, for maintaining a clean, fresh environment in the areas designed and assigned. Ensures prompt response to requests for environmental services and that supplies are available for staff and used in a safe and cost-effective manner.

Responsibilities

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)

• Conducts daily inspection of Environmental Services cleaning equipment for cleanliness and proper operation.
• Writes work orders as necessary and documents in the work order log.
• Ensures daily at the beginning or before the shift that employees have the supplies and equipment to maintain maximum productivity 100% of the time.
• Holds employees accountable for a clean, fresh presentable work that they are assigned for 100% of the time.
• Inspects all assigned areas frequently during the course of the shift and notes results on quality improvement reports 100% of the time.
• Oversees cleanliness in all areas of the hospital and reports to appropriate supervisor or sees that area is cleaned.
• Monitors routinely on each shift the amount of chemicals, supplies, and equipment used to control waste and/or pilferage.
• Organizes, plans, and establishes, as required daily, the work tasks and delegates to the appropriate staff so that work assignments are fairly divided and the priorities for work to be completed are met 100% of the time in a clean, fresh, and presentable manner.

Qualifications

JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)

• KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Knowledge of products, equipment, and systems used in Environmental Services.
• Ability to deal with conflict and confrontation in an effective way.
• Ability to hold employees accountable.
• Approachable by staff and customers.
• Ability to communicate with staff effectively and utilize employee ideas.
• Ability to plan work and priorities daily and weekly objectives.
• Ability to motivate staff, delegate fairly and effectively.
• Ability to implement changes effectively and demonstrate initiative and good judgement.
• Ability to follow-up on details.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required
• Associates Management Preferred
• Prefer housekeeping and/or sanitation experience.
• 2 Healthcare/Medical – Environmental Required

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code.

CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers.

DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.