Healthcare Environmental Services Assistant

Placements24; Welkom; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid infection control training

Career advancement

Employee assistance program

Wellness initiatives

Meaningful role

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom seeks a Healthcare Environmental Services Assistant to maintain cleanliness and infection control in patient care areas, laboratories, and public spaces.

You will clean, disinfect, restock PPE, manage waste, and respond to spills, contributing to patient safety and staff well-being while following hospital protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare cleaning or environmental services.
• Knowledge of hospital-grade disinfectants and cleaning procedures.
• Understanding of medical waste disposal and safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Physical ability to perform demanding cleaning tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas following infection control protocols.
• Empty waste receptacles and dispose of medical waste and general trash appropriately.
• Clean and polish floors, walls, windows, and fixtures to maintain a pristine appearance.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and PPE in assigned areas.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment, ensuring proper function and sanitation.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations, such as spills or biohazard incidents, with urgency and precision.

Skills

Healthcare sanitation

Infection control

Waste disposal protocols

Teamwork

Physical endurance

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and meticulous Healthcare Environmental Services Assistant to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control in their facility in Welkom . This critical role involves performing a wide range of cleaning and disinfection duties within patient care areas, laboratories, and public spaces. You will play a vital role in patient safety and recovery by maintaining a hygienic environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, understands healthcare sanitation protocols, and is committed to supporting the well-being of patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas following strict infection control protocols.
• Empty waste receptacles and dispose of medical waste and general trash appropriately.
• Clean and polish floors, walls, windows, and fixtures to maintain a pristine appearance.
• Replenish cleaning supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) in assigned areas.
• Operate and maintain various cleaning equipment, ensuring proper function and sanitation.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations, such as spills or biohazard incidents, with urgency and precision.

Requirements

• Previous experience in healthcare cleaning or environmental services is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of hospital-grade disinfectants, cleaning procedures, and infection control principles.
• Understanding of medical waste disposal protocols and safety measures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Physical capability to perform demanding tasks, including standing, bending, lifting, and pushing cleaning equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a safe environment.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage and benefits package.
• Paid training in infection control and healthcare sanitation.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the healthcare support sector.
• Employee assistance program and wellness initiatives.
• A meaningful role contributing to patient health and safety.