Environmental Service Technician

About the role

The Environmental Service Technician cleans and disinfects patient areas, treatment areas, restrooms, and public space in line with the departmental standards to meet the customer service needs of the hospital.

Responsibilities

• Documents cleaning tasks on appropriate forms to record items accurately in paperwork.
• Communicates effectively with the supervisor to keep them informed of current responsibilities and resolve any complex or urgent issues.
• Aids in monitoring supply levels to balance departmental supply needs and budgetary goals.
• Maintains the cleanliness and functioning of equipment and storage areas to ensure department operations run efficiently.
• Treats and removes carpet stains as needed without prompting to maintain a clean appearance for guests and patients.
• Aids in the selection and use of cleaning agents and equipment to safeguard against damage and clean effectively to reduce the risk of illness.
• Performs cleaning per departmental standards (routine and/or weekly, discharge, medication rooms, IV storage rooms, refrigerators, etc) to meet customer needs.
• Does not touch/handle medications and is escorted in areas where narcotics are available.
• Prioritizes needs and adjusts accordingly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Preferred: High School Diploma or equivalent
Experience: Not specified