Syracuse Area Health ยท 3 months ago
Environmental Services Tech
Syracuse Area Health is hiring an Environmental Services Technician for full-time evening/overnight shifts. The role is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety in the facilities, adhering to infection control guidelines, and providing support to staff and visitors.
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Responsibilities
Provide a clean, safe and friendly environment for patients, visitors and all staff in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
Cleans and disinfects patient, ancillary and public areas as assigned daily following established procedures
Operates manual, battery-powered and electric equipment such as mechanical floor cleaners and vacuums
Maintains and stores all equipment in a safe, sanitary manner
Collects, handles and disposes of designated waste streams and soiled linens in the prescribed manner
Completes stat and routine discharge room cleans
Adheres to all hospital required Safety, Risk Management and Infection Control practices
Provides support with the training and orientation of new employees
Greets and directs visitors, patients and staff
Provide assistance as needed
Attends all meetings and training sessions as required
Follows established hospital and departmental policies and procedures
Other duties as assigned by management
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Previous business/facility cleaning experience required with experience in a healthcare setting preferred
Strong customer service skills, including experience working with others in a courteous manner
Demonstrated ability to work independently and utilize good time management skills
Customer Service Driven Professionalism/Growth
Basic reading and writing skills required in order to understand and use chemical labels, SDS sheets, OSHA standards, isolation procedures, written instructions and departmental policies
Maintain professional appearance and attitude at all times
Preferred
Experience in a healthcare setting