Environmental Services Technician (On-Call/Part-Time)

Job Description

General Summary

Position performs special cleaning projects as well as daily cleaning duties in accordance with standard procedures of the housekeeping department and with hospital objectives. Assigned areas may include patient rooms, nursing units, surgical areas, administrative offices, laboratory areas, waiting areas and public restrooms.

Essential Duties

Cleans and disinfects patient rooms, beds, gurneys, examination table, restrooms, offices, and other common areas within the hospital environment to established standards.

Performs terminal cleaning of patient rooms and special procedure rooms in accordance with standard procedures.

Collects and disposes regular trash, RMW (Regulated Medical Waste), and recycle materials.

Collects and removes soiled linen into appropriate bin.

Replenishes, hand soap, hand sanitizers, other supplies as needed.

Dust mops floors with microfiber using standard operating procedure.

Wet mops floors with disinfectant using microfiber material following standard operating procedure.

Handles various types of cleaning chemicals in compliance with applicable regulations and utilizing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Dusts all horizontal and vertical surfaces, furniture, spot wash walls, clean and polish fixtures, air vents, handrails, blinds, windows and sills and other items as required.

Other Responsibilities

Reports any conditions requiring maintenance attention or repair to immediate supervisor.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

Previous custodial experience in the healthcare or hospitality industry preferred

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to comprehend and follow detailed instructions in English

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.