EVS AIDE I |ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES | FULL-TIME DAY SHIFT (21675)

About the Role

We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment for an Environmental Services Aide I.

Responsibilities

• Carry out all duties required to maintain optimum levels of cleanliness and disinfection in patient care, ancillary, and public areas of the hospital, including resident/patient rooms, bathrooms, nursing stations, ancillary rooms, lounges, waiting areas, public restrooms, and examination rooms.
• Follow the 5-Step Cleaning process and other departmental processes to perform duties such as:
  • Dust mopping all floors and damp mopping spillage
  • Reconditioning floors
  • Spot washing walls
  • Complete cleaning of patient rooms (beds, venetian blinds, furniture, etc.)
  • Dusting and polishing wooden and metal furniture
  • Disposing of rubbish properly
  • Cleaning restrooms (toilets, mirrors, counter tops, sinks) and restocking supplies
• Operate all cleaning equipment and supplies used by the department for various cleaning or buffing jobs.
• Move heavy objects such as beds, desks, and copy machines for cleaning purposes.
• Identify and dispose of medical waste following hospital regulations.
• Perform hand hygiene before and after patient transport; wear a provided laboratory coat during transport.
• Escort patients within the Medical Center using appropriate means of transportation (e.g., wheelchair, bed, stretcher).
• Assist Nursing with lifting patients when requested.
• Transport deceased patients or residents to the morgue.
• Maintain records of assignments, including description of person/item, time of pick-up and delivery, and obtaining appropriate signatures.
• Ensure safety and comfort of patients (e.g., fasten safety straps, check IV poles and bags, provide proper covers).
• Keep equipment (e.g., stretchers, wheelchairs) clean and in good repair.
• Participate in mandatory educational and in-service programs.
• Demonstrate customer service excellence through respect, flexibility, professionalism, and patience.
• Maintain established departmental policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Adhere to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct and be familiar with its Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
• Perform lifesaving skills and maintain Heart Saver Certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and organization.

Requirements

• Housekeeping experience is a plus but not required; formal on-the-job training provided.
• Minimum of 1 year of previous patient care experience preferred.
• Must speak, read, and write English to the extent required by the position.
• Must possess and maintain Heart Saver Certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.

Job Setting / Physical Demands

• Work in all areas of the Medical Center.
• Extremely heavy physical effort (lift/carry 50 lbs. or more).
• Frequent prolonged standing/walking.
• Push/pull or move heavy equipment/supplies.
• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and/or crouching.
• Manual dexterity and mobility.
• Lift, position, push, and/or transfer patients.

Pay

$19.00 per hour with differentials: $1.15 for evening, night, and weekend shifts.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy, including ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave, and nine paid holidays.
• Robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to support ongoing professional development.