Environmental Services Technician

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Overview Responsible for total sanitation, floor care,
preparation and organization of patient rooms, floors, bed set-ups, and
ancillary areas. Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsible for thorough cleaning of assigned areas including, but not
limited to, furniture, tile, fixtures, windows, sinks, tubs, toilets,
mirrors, showers, etc. Perform high and low dusting of TVs, lights,
walls, mop floors, elevators and stairs, clean door frames, ceiling
vents, and vacuum carpet, etc. Adhere to all organizational policies and
procedures. Observes all isolation procedures and Infect Prevention
Standards. Is knowledgeable on correct chemicals used for different
pathogens. Maintains EVS closet, EVS cart, and all equipment in a neat
and orderly manner. Reports any safety hazards or equipment in need of
repair to supervisor and/or Facilities. Maintain correct amount of
supplies. Is knowledgeable on correct chemicals used for different
pathogens. Replenishes paper, soap supplies, hand sanitizer. Hangs
cubicles/drapes according to department policy. Special project
assignments, including coordinating specifics such as; contacting
affected departments to advise of upcoming project (i.e. construction
projects, wall cleaning, drapes, changing cubicles, window washing,
etc.), and post informational signs. Moves furniture, supplies and
equipment as requested adhering to departmental safety and lifting
procedures. Seeks assistance when in doubt. Responsible for properly
mixing and storing chemicals to achieve correct dilution ratio. Uses
proper personal protective equipment including safety goggles when
needed. Reads directions carefully and asks supervisor when in doubt.
Uses wet floor signs, etc. to block off work area. Makes beds in
accordance with specific area needs. Is knowledgeable and can identify
various bed types. Utilizes bed tracking phone/pager, places bed in EPIC
and removes when bed has been completed. Responds to phone/pager call
from supervisor within 5 minutes. Reports phone/pager problems to
supervisor. Logs out of EPIC. Ensures dismissal rooms are ready for the
next patient. Uses Xenex UV Light robot for specified rooms where
available. Returns soiled and clean unused mops to department and places
in proper containers/areas. Adheres to all applicable regulations and
standards. Adheres to proper handling, transport and disposal of all
waste types, including but not limited to: hazardous, infectious,
sharps, confidential, recycling, regular trash, universal. Complete DOT
Certification in order to package and transport regulated medical waste.
Asks supervisor or lead when in doubt. Education and Experience High
school graduate or equivalent preferred. Previous cleaning experience
helpful. Skills and Abilities Effectively performs… For full info
follow application link. EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal
employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action
Plans. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:
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