Environmental Services Technician - Laundry & Linen - Marcum & Wallace Hospital - PRN
Mercy Health · Irvine, KY · 6 days ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the Role
Responsible for all related housekeeping duties within the Environmental Services Department scope of service and area of responsibility. Provides and maintains a safe, clean, and sanitary environment. Reports maintenance-related items for repair and practices good safety and infection control habits.
Responsibilities
- Maintains a clean and dust-free environment to assist in infection control.
- Cleans assigned and specialized areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods.
- Removes waste and soiled linens from work area and places in specified bags or containers.
- Utilizes, dilutes, stores, transports, and disposes of chemicals according to manufacturer specifications and department procedures.
- Follows universal precautions, bloodborne pathogen procedures, and uses personal protective equipment as needed.
- Reports safety hazards as appropriate.
- Assists in cleaning emergency spills that are observed or reported.
- Performs terminal cleaning procedures of patient rooms and prepares room for new patient.
- Attends all mandatory and assigned meetings.
- Participates in enhanced growth and development through in-service and educational programs.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
- Valid State of Ohio driver’s license (Springfield Urbana).
- Able to write and understand written and oral communications.
Preferred Qualifications
- CHEST Certification.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, and referral bonuses.
- 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible).
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
- Life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.