Environmental Services Specialty Technician

About the role

As our Environmental Services Specialist, you will passionately provide a clean and safe environment for our patients, families, and hospital visitors, acting as a dedicated custodian of health and comfort. You will clean patient and waiting rooms, operating suites, and offices, ensuring all areas meet our high standards for hygiene and safety, thereby directly contributing to the well-being of everyone within the hospital.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a meticulous attention to detail, a strong work ethic, a commitment to cleanliness and safety, and a compassionate attitude toward patients and visitors, thriving in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect specialty units and equipment, including but not limited to Surgical Services, Labor & Delivery, Critical Care, Endoscopy, MRI, Trauma, Cath Lab, NICU, Mental Health, and Burn Unit.
• Adhere to all organizational safety, risk management, and infection control standards while promoting a culture of safety.
• Follow environmental and infection prevention practices, such as proper cleaning and disinfection protocols, hand hygiene, standard and isolation precautions, and proper donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Perform duties demonstrating knowledge of healthcare cleaning and disinfecting principles, proper and safe chemical use, equipment handling, and labor-saving products.
• Understand training and education related to evidence-based recommendations in accordance with AHE, APIC, AORN, CDC, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory bodies.

Requirements

• Ability to distinguish between levels of disinfection and perform low and intermediate level disinfection.
• Knowledge and skills in the use of power equipment, including conventional and high-speed floor machines, carpet cleaning equipment, wet/dry/power vacuum equipment, and push sweepers.
• Ability to operate necessary equipment and machines.
• Effectively use computers and mobile devices.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, fostering an environment of open and respectful dialogue.
• Ability to work without close supervision.

Qualifications

• Preferred: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred: Previous healthcare experience.

About the workplace

Following a major expansion, Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley's capacity tripled, now housing 171 beds to serve our growing community. We have invested substantially in advanced technology and state-of-the-art equipment, attracting top-notch medical staff and highly skilled nurses.

Our entire hospital team is dedicated to providing expert care in a warm, family-friendly environment. We are a Level III Trauma center, STEMI Cardiac receiving center, and certified stroke treatment center. Our employees are continually prepared, accountable, inspired, and ensure compliance with the highest levels of quality care and patient safety standards.

Recently awarded the Women's Choice Award for America's 100 Best Hospitals Emergency Care, we are the only designated trauma center west of I-15 in the Salt Lake Valley.

Pay

$17.00 - $22.79 per hour.