Environmental Services Associate - Per Diem

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values—integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion—must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. At Bridgeport Hospital, we are committed to providing quality medical care and treatment that is coordinated and centered on the patient’s specific needs. All employees contribute to a team approach of promoting access, continuous, comprehensive care, and quality improvement.

About the role

Under the direction of the EVS Supervisor, performs daily cleaning of patient rooms, nursing stations, lounges, restrooms, offices, clinic areas, corridors, stairwells, elevators, and any other assigned area. Cleaning is performed in accordance with the standard cleaning and infection control procedures of Sodexo Marriott Services and Bridgeport Hospital.

Responsibilities

• Perform the following cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and prescribed methods:
  • High and low dusting of horizontal and vertical surfaces
  • Empty trash receptacles, remove trash, and reline containers
  • Damp wipe/disinfect furniture and surfaces
  • Clean and polish bathroom fixtures
  • Dry mop or vacuum floors
  • Wet mop/disinfect floors
  • Burnish/refinish floors
  • Clean wall surfaces and windows
  • Polish metallic surfaces
  • Replenish room supplies
  • Perform check-out or room discharge cleaning
  • Shampoo carpets
  • Collect bulk trash from soiled holding areas
  • Inspect one’s own work for quality
• Maintain cleanliness and perform EVS-related tasks with urgency and customer service orientation
• Complete cleaning assignments within acceptable time parameters
• Measure and dilute cleaning chemicals appropriately after training
• Maintain assigned equipment and work stations; report repair needs
• Assist in cleaning emergency spills when observed or upon request
• Observe and report the general need for repairs to equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures
• Ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors by adhering to department safety policies and procedures
• Demonstrate proper use of protective devices and clothing (e.g., jackets, safety gloves, floor signs, shoes, goggles)
• Immediately report all accidents and incidents to supervisor; notify supervisor of work-related injuries before seeking medical treatment
• Keep floors free from spills, trash, or articles
• Demonstrate safe lifting practices and fire (emergency) evacuation plans
• Adhere to lock-out/tag-out procedures
• Perform additional assignments as required by supervisor
• Attend all scheduled meetings and in-services as directed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred
• Ability to understand and speak English at a level that allows for safe and efficient performance of duties
• Must pass all pre-employment screenings as required
• After initial training, must demonstrate ability to use supplies, tools, and equipment properly without waste or neglect
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Successful completion of department orientation

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear
• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Possess close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Incumbents and applicants who become disabled must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.