Environmental Services Technician

Location: St. Joseph Medical Center – Kansas City, KS
Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN)
Hours: Variable

About the role

The Environmental Services Technician (EVS Tech or Environmental Aide) ensures a safe and healthy environment by cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas to prevent infection.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas to prevent the spread of infections
• Properly dispose of medical and hazardous waste according to hospital protocols
• Restock supplies like gloves, masks, and cleaning materials in various hospital areas
• Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, and other surfaces using specialized equipment and chemicals
• Respond to urgent cleaning needs such as spills or contamination incidents and communicate promptly using phone, handheld radios, pagers, and other devices
• Maintain a high level of cleanliness within the hospital and adjacent buildings, which may require traveling between facilities independently

Requirements

• One (1) year of knowledge within acute care hospital environmental service techniques, practices, and procedures preferred
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate effectively

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K
• Full benefits available at Prime Healthcare