Environmental Service Worker II
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- Performs floor care tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and shampooing various flooring surfaces to maintain cleanliness and safety.
- Collects, removes, and properly disposes of waste, including biohazardous, infectious, and noninfectious materials, following hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Handles and processes soiled linens, replacing them with clean bags and ensuring proper containment and storage.
- Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.
- Responds to spills and contamination cleanups, ensuring proper disinfection and safety precautions.
- Moves furniture, floor mats, and other equipment as needed for cleaning, facility maintenance, or department relocations.
- Monitors cleaning supply usage, practicing appropriate expense control and ensuring all supplies are stored and used safely.
- Communicates maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor or facilities department to ensure timely resolution.
- Maintains accurate cleaning logs and reports completed tasks, ensuring proper documentation of environmental services activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 1-3 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or hospital facility maintenance required
- Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, and floor care techniques.
- Ability to safely handle biohazardous and infectious waste in compliance with infection control standards.
- Familiarity with equipment cleaning, maintenance, and proper usage.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning schedules effectively.
- Knowledge of hospital policies, regulatory standards, and safety procedures for environmental services.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
- Good communication skills to interact with staff, patients, and visitors in a professional manner.
- Certification in Environmental Services or Healthcare Cleaning (such as CHEST or CHESP certification) preferred
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