Environmental Service Tech - Part time or Full time

Multiple scheduling options are available for full-time and part-time positions.

Schedule

• Full time (benefited): 40 hours per week (preferred)
  • Environmental Services: 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Weekend rotation: required
  • Holiday rotation: required
• Part time (non-benefited): 12-18 hours per week
  • Surgical Services / Laundry: Weekdays – Afternoon / Early Evening (cleaning of operating room / surgical suite between and after surgical cases)
  • One Sunday shift per month preferred (flexible hours)
  • Environmental Services: 4:00 AM - 8:00 AM or 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (weekdays; schedule can vary)

About the role

Provide a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients in accordance with healthcare laws and regulations of the State of Nebraska, and the directives, policies, and budgets established by KCHS.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning tasks of the facility including the hospital, clinic, public patient areas, and office areas.
• Understand daily cleaning tasks, know where all environmental services supplies are located, and how to correctly use them.
• Understand and carry out correct use of all chemicals.
• Ensure the Operating Room/Surgical Suite is sterile and safe by cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitizing OR tables, equipment, and floors between surgeries and at end of day.
• Ensure other areas of the facility (offices, patient rooms, clinic rooms, ER, bathrooms, and hallways) are dust-free, clean, and sanitized (including but not limited to: corners, ceilings, floors, walls, vents, mirrors, cubicle curtains, shades, furnishings).
• Keep all floors clean and in good condition, including sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing, vacuuming, and shampooing.
• Keep all soap and paper towel dispensers clean, sanitized, and stocked.
• Keep all utility and store rooms clean, stocked, and organized.
• Ensure all carts are cleaned and supplies are stocked and ready for the next day before leaving at the end of the day.
• Complete all work lists daily, weekly, and monthly.
• Follow proper procedure while completing all work assignments and paperwork; ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Submit work orders for any repairs needed.
• Use all housekeeping equipment properly and follow manufacturer recommendations and facility procedures.
• Clean all equipment as scheduled and report any issues to the Director of Environmental Services.
• Sanitize all equipment used for isolation or spills immediately after use.
• Perform laundry tasks on a rotating basis, including:
  • Using all laundry equipment correctly (scale, washers, dryers, etc.).
  • Following correct procedure for picking up soiled linens and delivering clean linens.
  • Accurately sorting, weighing, and documenting linen by department.
  • Treating soiled linens and washing/drying according to proper procedure.
  • Removing stained and worn-out linens from inventory and documenting removal.
  • Replenishing new laundry from the storeroom to maintain adequate supply.
• Handle bio-hazardous waste according to regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Follow all facility, state, and federal regulations; ensure policies are up-to-date and followed.
• Do not work over 40 hours without prior approval of the department director.
• Report to work well-groomed, observe uniform/dress guidelines, and wear a name identification badge.

Personal Responsibilities

• Work in harmony with assigned co-workers and other department staff.
• Be punctual and adjust personal schedule to work as scheduled; provide proper notification for absence.
• Accept and respond to constructive criticism, assigned duties, and suggestions cooperatively.
• Demonstrate the ability to accept and implement change.
• Complete assignments accurately and on time.
• Participate in continuing education programs and staff meetings.
• Float to other areas as assigned with a positive attitude.
• Accept assignments to special projects.
• Be attentive to detail, record-keeping, and required paperwork.
• Demonstrate kindness, courtesy, and sensitivity to patients, families, physicians, co-workers, and visitors.

Customer Service

• Assist all patients, family members, physicians, visitors, and employees in a friendly manner.
• Introduce self and use caring, thoughtful words in person or on the telephone.
• Demonstrate ethical and appropriate behavior for a healthcare environment, including dignity, patient’s rights, and privacy.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Demonstrate caring; if unable to assist, offer to find someone who can.
• Demonstrate proper telephone etiquette; announce callers and explain situations before transferring.
• Make eye contact when speaking with others.
• Knock before entering a room or office.
• Address all individuals courteously.
• Keep voice down; avoid shouting or using improper language.
• Respond to all inquiries promptly and courteously.
• Share information so relevant parties are informed.

Infection Control

• Adhere to infection control policies as evidenced by in-service attendance records and employee practices.
• Demonstrate correct hand-washing technique.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Notify the Infection Control Nurse of real or potential exposures.

Risk Management & Safety

• Adhere to risk management and safety policies as evidenced by in-service attendance records and employee practices.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients and co-workers.
• Follow all general safety rules.
• Notify the Safety Director and/or Risk Manager of incidents involving injury or potential injury.
• Submit incident reports according to hospital policy.

Requirements

• Complete required careLearning modules.
• Complete other required certifications or classes necessary to perform essential job functions.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: None required; must be 16 to apply.
• Certificates, Licensure, Registrations: None required; CPR certification preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to work cooperatively and communicate effectively to maintain good working relationships.
  • Capable of communicating clearly (reading, writing, and speaking) in English.
  • Proficient in operating a personal computer with Microsoft Office and the Internet.
  • Capable of reading and comprehending complex healthcare laws and regulations.