Key
Daily Operations: Report to the supervisor at the beginning of each shift and check the changeover log for priority assignments. Coordinate with team members during the shift to prioritize cleaning tasks. Complete soiled utility runs as needed.
Equipment and Supply Management: Ensure cleanliness of supply and equipment rooms. Restock and clean Environmental Services (EVS) carts after each use. Report any equipment, structural, or functional repairs needed on the daily check sheet.
Compliance and Safety: Follow directions, procedures, and methods regarding the use of specific supplies and equipment. Adhere to safety protocols to protect patients, staff, and oneself from potential hazards.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
No prior experience required. Previous knowledge of hospital cleaning techniques is preferred. Skills and Abilities: Ability to read and understand product labels and comprehend simple mixing measurements.
Capability to follow specific verbal or written instructions and procedures. High degree of manual dexterity to manipulate cleaning tools and access small areas. Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 35 pounds from knee to shoulder height (e.g., solution containers, mop buckets, trash, and linen bags).
Moderate force required to push full laundry bins; minimal force for cleaning supplies, vacuums, and mops. Substantial standing, kneeling, and stooping throughout the shift. Work Environment: Primarily indoor work with occasional outdoor tasks.
Frequent exposure to wet conditions involving water, disinfectants, and mopping solutions. Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals used in cleaning supplies. Occasional handling of biomedical and pharmaceutical waste, including lab boxes, sharps containers, and suction canisters.