Environmental Services Aide III

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on activities related to the support services functions, such as dietary and food services, environmental services, general facilities, repair and maintenance, parking, sterilization and transportation to ensure all required support activities are completed in a timely manner and meet the organization's quality standards and expectations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Completes weekly projects as designated by the supervisor.
• Captures and communicates progress of work with other shift leads.
• Reports any equipment problems to supervisor.
• Makes sure employees are properly equipped and supplied with the necessary items to complete their tasks.
• Follows proper procedures concerning infection control, chemical control, hazardous waste disposal and handling.
• Follows proper work safety practices and body mechanics.
• Performs beginning and end of shift check-in, and rounds through facility.
• Operates of heavy duty electrical equipment: wet vacuums, extractors, buffers, floor machines, auto scrubbers, upholstery machines, pressure washers and upright vacuums.
• Participates in accurate inventory and record keeping concerning laundry services.
• Communicates to manager when supplies are needed.
• Performs other duties as required e.g. marking linen; cleaning the linen areas; washing/drying mops, rags, lab coats, cubicle curtains, kitchen linens, etc.
• Performs the following as needed during functions: setting up of furniture, distribution and set-up of audio visual equipment, and general cleaning, before or after functions.
• Successfully completes competency assessment.
• Answers questions concerning policies and procedures while in the work environment.
• Works in open positions when necessary to assure all areas have adequate coverage.
• Allocates resources to provide coverage though the facility.
• Coordinates and executes small furniture moves, and room setups in a timely manner.
• Conducts monthly employee safety committee meetings, and monthly department safety inspections.
• Maintains composure and professionalism during difficult situations.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, walking, bending, and stretching majority of shift.
• Ability to push heavy loaded carts and lift between 30-60 lbs.
• Frequent exposure to dirt, dust, blood, body waste, and contaminated waste.
• Exposure to climate conditions when depositing trash in compactor.
• Possibility of cuts and needle punctures.
• Occasional exposure to hazards which may cause serious injury/illness (T.B., hepatitis, rodent bites).
• Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulation to operate prescription medications and computer keyboard.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read simple instructions, write, and speak basic English.
• Ability to operate simple mechanical devices such as floor rotos, vacuums, compactors, etc.
• Familiarity with operation of heavy duty, electrical cleaning equipment.
• Ability to interact with other hospital staff members, visitors, and patients in a friendly, cooperative manner.