ENVIRONMENTAL TECH
Education: High school diploma or equivalent or the
ability to pass an assessment test.
Licensure:
Not Applicable
Certification:
Not Applicable
Experience:
Some cleaning experience helpful, but
not required.
Skills/Other: Successfully completes
orientation and 3-month probationary period. Passes pre-employment physical
Successful
completion of skill tests in following areas: reading, writing, basic math,
Customer Relations.
Physical
strength for such activities as moving equipment, lifting etc. to a maximum of
60lbs. Good
organizational
skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously, excellent
communications skills
and the ability to work under
occasionally stressful conditions which can occur due to the work load.
DIMENSION/SCOPE
The
Environmental Technician works under the direction of and reports to the
Environmental Services Group Leader or Manager. The Environmental Technician will respond
promptly and directly to appropriate customers in their designated areas (i.e.
Shift Managers, Nurse Managers, Office Managers, etc.). The Environmental Technician has the
following responsibilities, which include, but are not limited to:
1.
CLEANS
THE UNIT AND PATIENT ENVIRONMENT
1.1
Cleans
and disinfects patient areas.
1.2
Accomplishes
heavy cleaning to contribute to unit appearance.
1.3
Cleans
and disinfects nursing unit.
1.4
Cleans
and disinfects discharged rooms.
1.5
Floor
Care (i.e. Buff, Burnish, and Auto Scrub)
1.6
Carpet
Care (i.e. Shampooing, Bonnet, and Extract)
2.
ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY
2.1
Implements
measures to promote a safe environment
2.2
Maintains
supplies and equipment.
2.3
Maintains
knowledge and training of hazardous and infectious waste management.
2.4
Transports
infectious waste per CDC guidelines
2.5
Removes
large dumpsters of trash from units using electric tow motor safely
2.6
Runs
large equipment in corridors following manufacturer’s guidelines
3.
PATIENT
CARE
3.1
Maintains
appropriate communication related to all patients, visitors and families.
4.
CITIZENSHIP/TEAM
SUPPORT
4.1
Demonstrates
flexibility and self-direction by responding as a team player.
4.2
Helps
to create a positive work environment that promotes productivity.
5.
DEVELOPMENT/JOB
KNOWLEDGE
5.1
Development
of Self.
5.2
Development
with
6.
CUSTOMER
RELATIONS
6.1
Confidentiality.
6.2
Customer
Relations/Ethics
7.
OTHER
DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
PHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS
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Able
to lift 0 – 40 lbs. frequently
-
Must
have communication skills in English.
-
Capable
of standing, walking, squatting, bending, twisting, kneeling, and reaching
continuously throughout the shift.
-
Capable
of pushing and pulling a maid cart, linen cart, or equipment (over 100 lbs.) on
tile and carpeted floor continuously throughout the shift.
-
Capable
of pushing and pulling furniture and equipment (25 to 100 lbs.) frequently.
-
Capable
of lifting furniture and equipment (up to 25 lbs.) frequently.
-
Capable
of climbing ladders frequently.
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Must
be able to work weekends, holidays, and evening hours as needed per area
assignment.
-
Frequent
interaction with facility employees requires the ability to communicate well
with others in English.
The
above duties and responsibilities may be essential job functions subject to
reasonable accommodations. All job
requirements listed indicate the minimum of knowledge, skills and/or ability
deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed
as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Employees may be required to perform any
other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to
reasonable accommodations.