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Environmental Services Technician
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What they do
An Environmental Services Worker maintains the overall cleanliness and sanitation of the facility in which they work. They do so by performing a range of cleaning tasks, from mopping and floor buffing to room sanitizing and waste disposal
$35,737 / year median in Alabama
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Overview:
Shift's Available:
Evenings Employment Type:
Full-time Hours:
8-hour
•3:00p
•11:30p
Location:
Riverview Regional Medical Center
•Gadsden, AL We are seeking an Environmental Services Technician , also referred to as a EVS Tech or Hospital Housekeeper. The EVS Tech ensures a safe and healthy environment by cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas to prevent infection. The EVS Tech will handle waste disposal, restock supplies, maintain floors and surfaces, and respond to urgent cleaning needs.
Responsibilities:
Clean and disinfect patient rooms, operating rooms, and common areas to prevent the spread of infections Properly disposing of medical and hazardous waste according to hospital protocols Restock supplies like gloves, masks, and cleaning materials in various hospital areas Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, and other surfaces using specialized equipment and chemicals Respond to urgent cleaning needs such as spills or contamination incidents and communicate promptly using phone, handheld radios, pagers, and other devices Maintain a high level of cleanliness within the hospital and adjacent buildings, which may require traveling between facilities independently
Qualifications:
One (1) year of knowledge within acute care hospital environmental service techniques, practices and procedures preferred. High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Must be able to read, understand and communicate effectively. Here are some of the benefits of working at
Prime Healthcare:
Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options Employer 401K options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Full benefits at
Prime Healthcare:
https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/
Employment Status:
Full Time Shift:
Evenings Equal Employment Opportunity:
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.
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Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Sick Leave
- Bereavement/Mental Health Leave
- Financial Aid/Assistance