EVS AIDE I |ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES | FULL-TIME EVENING SHIFT - E/O WEEKEND (21325)

Job Duties

• Carries out all duties required to maintain optimum levels of cleanliness and disinfection in the patient care, ancillary, and public areas of the hospital.
• Completes responsibilities as assigned or directed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follows the 5-Step Cleaning process and other Departmental processes to perform duties such as dust mopping all floors, damp mopping spillage, reconditioning of floors, spot washing of walls, complete cleaning of patient rooms, dusting of furniture, washing and polishing all wooden and metal furniture, disposing of rubbish properly, and cleaning all areas of the restrooms.
• Moves heavy objects such as beds, desk, copy machines, etc. for cleaning purposes.
• Identifies medical waste from regular waste and disposes of the regular and medical waste in an appropriate manner following hospital regulations.
• Performs hand hygiene before and after transport of a patient.
• Operates all cleaning equipment and supplies used by department for various cleaning or buffing jobs.
• Ensures safety and comfort of patient by checking safety straps, ensuring IV pole is firmly attached, and verifying that there is enough fluid in the IV bag.
• Keeps equipment clean and in good repair.
• Participates in mandatory educational and in-service programs.

Qualifications

• Housekeeping experience a plus but not required. Formal on the job training provided.
• Minimum of 1 year previous patient care experience preferred.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.
• Must possess and maintain Heart Saver Certification. Perform lifesaving skills.
• Education: High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays.
• Commitment to employee personal and professional growth through robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs.