JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES:

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

• Performs basic cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and procedures.

• Prevents the possible spread of infection by thoroughly sanitizing public areas and private rooms in clinical and non-clinical environments.

• Maintains an organized work environment, including the housekeeping cart, closet and storeroom by properly storing cleaning supplies and chemicals.

• Removes, transports and disposes of regular, biohazard, sharps, chemotherapy, and other waste products within and throughout the healthcare environment safely and according to established procedures.

• Ensures that routine and priority tasks are completed within established departmental time frames.

CLERICAL

• May perform clerical tasks such as retrieving, entering and revising patient electronic health records

• Prepares and completes accurate, job-related documentation including recording all spills, chemical and otherwise, maintaining inventory, and completing incident reports in medical and departmental records as required.

SAFETY

• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe working environment, including cleaning and disinfecting equipment after use.

• Inspects equipment accordingly for proper working order, reporting any insufficiencies to the supervisor.

• Follows department safety and sanitation standards including proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment.

COMPLIANCE

• Performs job responsibilities in compliance with department standards, policies, and procedures, as well as local, state and federal regulatory agencies to deliver the highest level of service.

• Follows department safety and sanitation standards including proper use of chemicals and personal protective equipment.

EDUCATION:

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of maintaining a sterile environment including proper cleaning procedures and various equipment.
• Ability to interpret a variety of data and instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to communicate with fellow team members, supervisors, patients, and other hospital personnel.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Ability to operate of basic environmental service equipment including mechanical floor cleaners, buffers, vacuums, washers, dryers and more.
• Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies and procedures to achieve objectives and meet deadlines,
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions,
• Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options,
• Build collaborates relationships with peers and other staff members to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.