Job Description

At NorthBay Health the Environmental Services Aide works under the supervision of the Environmental Services Supervisors and at the direction of the Director. The EVS Aide is responsible for completing assigned tasks and work assignments in accordance with municipal, county, state and federally mandated standards of safety, cleanliness and infection control.

At NorthBay Health, our vision is to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. We are dedicated to improving the well-being of our community by providing accessible, high-quality care to all who need it. Every member of our team plays a vital role in delivering compassionate and effective healthcare solutions. We invite you to join us in our mission to ensure that every patient and family member feels valued, respected, and cared for throughout their healthcare journey.

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES

1. Completes all assigned duties, tasks, and routine daily cleaning assignments in accordance training provided and established standard work within time requirements set forth therein.
2. Communicates pertinent information, problems and unresolved issues to Lead or Supervisor to include accurately completing and maintaining required documentation.
3. Interacts with patients, visitors, staff and leaders with friendly, respectful, complete and accurate verbal and non-verbal communication.
4. Consistently demonstrates proficient compliance with Infection Prevention Policies to include: proper hand hygiene, universal precautions, donning and doffing of apparel and equipment required for sterile areas.
5. Responsible for handling, labeling, usage, proper dilution of, storage and disposal of chemicals in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and department policies
6. Accountable for the proper handling of soiled and clean linen in accordance with standard work as assigned.
7. Able to prioritize assigned duties and effectively respond to changing demands from the assigned work areas.
8. Safely operates all equipment in accordance with training and established standard work.
9. Maintains effective communication and interpersonal working relationships.
10. Maintains compliance with updates of hospital and departmental specific policies and procedures through consistent attendance of staff meetings, training and attention to posted memos, schedules and verbalized /written instructions.
11. Assists department and facility leadership by ensuring organizational standards required by The Joint Commission, Patient Safety, and the Department of Health Services, are met or exceeded.
12. Operates UV disinfection equipment in accordance with training and standard work as assigned by supervisor.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience:

1. Minimum one (1) year of experience in industrial janitorial industry preferred.
2. Experience with cleaning procedures and use of janitorial equipment for cleaning patient rooms, exam rooms, restrooms, general public spaces and floors, in a healthcare environment strongly desired.

Skills:

1. Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, peers, and colleagues.
2. Able to follow complex instructions involving task lists and duties covering an assigned work period.
3. The ability to learn and retain department and facility training involving response to disaster and occurrences such as fire, earthquake, storm, flood, disaster, etc., as part of the active team of employees within the facility that assures continuation of required services and functions.

Interpersonal skills:

Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.

Compensation:

• $25 to $30.95 based on years of experience doing the duties of the role
• Plus, generous shift differentials available for Evenings, NOC, Weekends, On Call eligible staff

At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care.

These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve.

This is an exciting time to join NorthBay Health.

As an independent, nonprofit health system north of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the Napa/Solano Region, we are expanding our footprint across Solano, Yolo, and Napa counties to meet the evolving needs of our communities. With two acute-care hospitals—including a Level II Trauma Center and a modern maternity unit with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)—along with a comprehensive cancer center, multiple urgent care facilities, and a growing network of primary and specialty clinics, we are investing in the future of care across the region.

NorthBay Health we are home to advanced clinical programs and nationally recognized cardiovascular, neuroscience, and orthopedic services, as well as comprehensive surgical and outpatient specialties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing (one of only 12 organizations nationwide) and recognition from U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in multiple clinical areas, including maternity care, heart failure, and stroke. NorthBay Medical Center has earned the High Performing designation in maternity care for four consecutive years.

As the only locally governed health system in the region, we remain deeply rooted in our communities while growing into a trusted regional healthcare leader. If you are seeking meaningful work, collaborative teams, and the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in Northern California, you will find it at NorthBay Health.

Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve.

To learn more about NorthBay Health's benefits, diversity statement and community please visit https://www.northbay.org/careers/