ENVIRONMENTAL SVCS SPECIALTY TECH

About the role

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.

Responsibilities

• Disinfect specialty areas such as Infusion Pharmacy, Sterile Processing, Operating Rooms, Procedure Rooms, Cell Therapy
• As part of the Spill Response Team, deactivate and decontaminate chemotherapy and other hazardous agent spills
• Reduce the spread of bacteria and infection and provide an environment that appears clean, fresh, and polished
• Clean and disinfect high touch surfaces and all types of areas including clinical inpatient/outpatient (patient rooms, exam rooms, nurse stations, etc.), support/common areas, offices, labs, conference rooms, elevators, stairwells, corridors, external grounds, etc.
• Handle and dispose of medical waste and sharps, observing all required precautions, including properly tying and labeling bags
• Identify different waste streams disposed of improperly and report to Supervisor
• Use proper chemicals, tools, and equipment for each situation
• Clean spills containing blood or other potentially infectious material using established infection control, safety, and ES departmental procedures
• Clean specialty areas including but not limited to: Infusion Pharmacy, Sterile Processing, Operating Rooms, Procedure Rooms, Cell Therapy
• Respond to chemical exposure and provide basic first aid
• Travel to off-site locations as needed
• Complete other duties as assigned
• Follow departmental and other regulatory standards regarding all cleaning policies and procedures (using proper disinfectants, labeling chemical bottles, keeping an organized cart, etc.)
• Perform all essential functions following established safety and infection control requirements (perform hand hygiene, wear PPE, etc.)
• Follow instructions and guidelines set forth by Environmental Services management
• Demonstrate competency by completing required departmental education and training
• Represent the Environmental Services department positively and professionally at all times
• Maintain positive relationships and good communication with patients, visitors, staff members, and those within the Environmental Services department
• Report on all facilities/maintenance issues to Supervisor

Minimum Experience Required

• Minimum two (2) years in Healthcare Janitorial / Environmental Services experience
• Six months applying proficient knowledge of specialty area (for example including terminal cleans), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Good driving record and maintain a good record per Moffitt Policy

Credentials And Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• Florida Driver’s License (DL)