Surgical Services Environmental Technician

Down East Community Hospital; Machias (ME); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Down East Community Hospital in Machias, ME is seeking a Surgical Services Environmental Technician to support the perioperative team by cleaning, preparing, and maintaining operating and procedure rooms according to infection prevention and safety standards.

This role assists with room turnover, equipment handling, supply coordination, specimen transport, and terminal cleaning, while promoting patient safety, confidentiality, and teamwork in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior hospital, surgical services, or healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience with infection control practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize operating rooms, procedure rooms, and related areas between cases and at day end according to infection control policies.
• Assist with room turnover to ensure timely preparation for procedures.
• Transport specimens to the laboratory in compliance with chain-of-custody and safety protocols.
• Stock and organize surgical supplies and linens.
• Move equipment, stretchers, and case carts as directed.
• Assist with waste removal including regulated medical waste per OSHA guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness of sub-sterile, storage, and corridor areas.
• Respond to urgent cleaning needs during and after procedures.
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or supply shortages to appropriate personnel.
• Assist with terminal cleaning of operating rooms and participate in required trainings.

Skills

Infection control

Attention to detail

Work under pressure

Communication skills

Teamwork

Biohazard handling

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Surgical Services Environmental Technician

Department: Surgical Services

Reports To: Director of Surgical Services (or Designee)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Position Summary

The Surgical Services Support Technician is responsible for providing essential support to the perioperative team by ensuring operating and procedure rooms are cleaned, prepared, and maintained in accordance with infection prevention and safety standards. This role assists with room turnover, equipment handling, supply coordination, and specimen transport to promote efficient surgical operations and high-quality patient care.

• Performs thorough cleaning and sanitization of operating rooms, procedure rooms, and related areas between cases and at the end of the day in accordance with hospital infection control policies.


• Assists with room turnover to ensure timely preparation for scheduled surgical procedures.


• Transports specimens to the laboratory promptly and in compliance with chain-of-custody and safety protocols.


• Assists with stocking and organizing surgical supplies and linens.


• Moves equipment, stretchers, and case carts as directed.


• Assists with waste removal, including regulated medical waste, following OSHA and hospital guidelines.


• Maintains cleanliness of surgical support areas including sub-sterile rooms, storage areas, and corridors.


• Responds to urgent cleaning needs during and after surgical procedures.


• Reports equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or supply shortages to appropriate personnel.


• Assists with terminal cleaning of operating rooms as assigned.


• Participates in department meetings, in-services, and required training.


• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.


• Performs other related duties as assigned to support Surgical Services operations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs thorough cleaning and sanitization of operating rooms, procedure rooms, and related areas between cases and at the end of the day in accordance with hospital infection control policies.


• Assists with room turnover to ensure timely preparation for scheduled surgical procedures.


• Transports specimens to the laboratory promptly and in compliance with chain-of-custody and safety protocols.


• Assists with stocking and organizing surgical supplies and linens.


• Moves equipment, stretchers, and case carts as directed.


• Assists with waste removal, including regulated medical waste, following OSHA and hospital guidelines.


• Maintains cleanliness of surgical support areas including sub-sterile rooms, storage areas, and corridors.


• Responds to urgent cleaning needs during and after surgical procedures.


• Reports equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or supply shortages to appropriate personnel.


• Assists with terminal cleaning of operating rooms as assigned.


• Participates in department meetings, in-services, and required training.


• Maintains patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.


• Performs other related duties as assigned to support Surgical Services operations.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Prior hospital, surgical services, or healthcare experience preferred.


• Experience with infection control practices preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of basic infection prevention and sanitation practices.


• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.


• Effective communication and teamwork skills.


• Ability to handle biohazard materials safely.


• Basic understanding of medical terminology preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting (up to 50 pounds).


• Ability to push/pull equipment and carts.


• Exposure to cleaning agents and biohazard materials.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Work Environment

Work is performed in operating rooms and surgical support areas where exposure to bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, and infectious materials may occur. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn as required.