Environmental Services Technician - Evenings
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Job DescriptionJOB SUMMARY The Environmental Services Technician I at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for creating a clean and safe environment to support delivery of high quality care by performing daily and special cleaning that meets departmental procedure and safety and infection control standards. The Environmental Services Technician I remains adaptable and flexible to support team needs as they arise and participates in ongoing professional development. JOB FUNCTIONSPerforms daily cleaning of assigned areas (patient rooms, bathrooms, emptying and cleaning trash receptacles, high dusting, sanitizing and spot cleaning, inspection and cleaning of empty patient rooms daily, washing and disinfecting hospital walls and ceilings) according to the standard operating procedures of the department.Performs cleaning duties (including special cleaning and other area assignments) according to the standard operating procedures of the department.Adheres to general safety and infection control standards.Performs responsibilities in a timely, efficient, cost effective, confidential and professional manner conducive with the overall mission/vision of the hospital.Performs other duties as assigned while demonstrating willingness, ability, and team spirit to provide optimal customer satisfaction.Attends, demonstrates, and participates in required inservices, performance improvement activities (including EXCEL), and other educational programs. QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED Previous experience in the hospital setting Ability to read, write, and communicate both verbally and in writing; Good communication skills to effectively communicate with inter and intra departmental employees, patients and their family members, physicians, and the public; highly desiredMust be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to proficiently provide service to a customer population to include: neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. RequiredMust assume primary accountability for performing daily cleaning of assigned areas (patient rooms, bathrooms, emptying and cleaning trash receptacles, high dusting, sanitizing and spot cleaning, inspection and cleaning of empty patient rooms daily, washing and disinfecting hospital walls and ceilings). RequiredMust perform assigned cleaning duties (including special cleaning and other area assignments) according to the standard operating procedures of the department.Must prioritize and make suggestions to his/her supervisor regarding periodical cleaning in assigned areas.Must assume responsibility for reporting safety hazards, and cleaning emergency spills when sighted.Must perform responsibilities in a timely, efficient, cost effective, confidential and professional manner.Must have extensive contact with inter and intra departmental personnel, patients and their family members, physicians, and public.Must have good communication skills and reflect a positive, caring attitude toward both staff and the public.SCOPESales Revenue Target Responsibility:Approval Responsibility:P & L Responsibility:Assets Controlled:Controllable Expenses (e.g., Payroll and other budgeted items):Total Financial Responsibility: Budget ResponsibilityPrimary Budget Responsibility:Shared Budget Responsibility:RequirementsNo additional requirements from any stated in the above description.