ENV SERVICES AIDE 2 - Full Time

Jennie Stuart Health is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Services Aide 2 to join our team in a full-time, regular capacity. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout our healthcare facility, ensuring the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control are consistently upheld.

About the role

As an Environmental Services Aide 2, you will be an essential member of our Environmental Services department, contributing directly to patient safety, staff well-being, and the overall positive experience of visitors and patients at Jennie Stuart Health.

In this role, you will perform a wide range of cleaning and sanitation duties across various areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, operating suites, common areas, restrooms, hallways, and administrative spaces. You will follow established protocols for terminal cleaning of patient rooms after discharge, ensuring all surfaces, equipment, and fixtures are thoroughly disinfected in accordance with healthcare infection control standards.

The Environmental Services Aide 2 is expected to demonstrate a higher level of competency and independence compared to entry-level aides, taking on more complex cleaning assignments and potentially assisting in the training or guidance of newer team members.

At Jennie Stuart Health, we are committed to fostering a culture of respect, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. We believe that every team member, regardless of role, contributes meaningfully to the healing environment we provide for our patients and community.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and sanitation duties across various hospital areas, including patient rooms, operating suites, common areas, restrooms, hallways, and administrative spaces
• Follow established protocols for terminal cleaning of patient rooms after discharge
• Thoroughly disinfect all surfaces, equipment, and fixtures in accordance with healthcare infection control standards
• Proper use, maintenance, and storage of cleaning equipment and chemicals
• Adhere to OSHA standards and healthcare regulatory guidelines
• Accurately complete cleaning logs and documentation
• Respond promptly to urgent cleaning requests, including spill cleanups and isolation room procedures
• Maintain a professional and compassionate demeanor in all patient-facing interactions
• Assist in the training or guidance of newer team members

Requirements

• Prior experience in environmental services, housekeeping, or custodial work, preferably in a healthcare setting
• Experience with terminal cleaning procedures for patient rooms and clinical areas
• Demonstrated experience handling and properly disposing of biohazardous waste
• Experience using commercial floor care equipment including buffers, extractors, and auto-scrubbers
• Previous exposure to infection control protocols and isolation room cleaning procedures
• Experience working in a regulated environment with strict compliance requirements
• History of reliable attendance and consistent performance in a service-oriented role
• Experience assisting or mentoring junior staff members is a plus
• Familiarity with Joint Commission or other healthcare accreditation standards related to environmental services is preferred
• Experience completing and maintaining cleaning documentation and checklists

Skills

• Knowledge of proper cleaning and sanitation techniques in a healthcare or institutional setting
• Ability to use and maintain commercial cleaning equipment such as floor buffers, vacuums, and mops
• Understanding of infection control principles and isolation procedures
• Familiarity with OSHA standards and healthcare regulatory compliance
• Ability to read and follow safety data sheets (SDS) for cleaning chemicals
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in completing cleaning tasks
• Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication skills for interacting with patients, staff, and supervisors
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Physical stamina and ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods
• Basic documentation and record-keeping skills for cleaning logs
• Ability to respond calmly and efficiently to urgent or emergency cleaning situations
• Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality and dignity
• Reliability and punctuality with a strong work ethic
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately

Schedule

Scheduling may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required by departmental needs.

Benefits

Jennie Stuart Health offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and the satisfaction of making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families every single day.