EVS Supervisor | Palmetto General Hospital | 3pm-11:30pm

Job Description

Job Description

Lemontree Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and experienced Environmental Services Supervisor to join our team. The ideal candidate will oversee the day-to-day operations of environmental services within the healthcare facility, ensuring a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors. The supervisor will lead a team of environmental services staff, manage cleaning schedules, and uphold compliance with safety and infection control standards. 

Job Type: Full-time Schedule: Monday-Friday and occasional Weekend Shift: 3:00pm-11:30pm

Key Responsibilities: 

• Team Leadership & Supervision: Supervise and coordinate the activities of the environmental services staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and to high standards.
• Staff Training & Development: Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to staff, ensuring adherence to cleaning procedures, safety guidelines, and infection control protocols.
• Quality Control: Conduct regular inspections of assigned areas, ensuring all cleaning standards are met, and document any deficiencies for corrective actions.
• Scheduling & Coordination: Develop and maintain cleaning schedules for various areas within the healthcare facility, adjusting as necessary to meet patient care needs and operational demands.
• Inventory Management: Oversee the inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring stock levels are maintained, and new orders are placed when necessary.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure compliance with all applicable healthcare regulations, infection control protocols, and OSHA safety standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including nursing, facilities, and administration, to support patient care and ensure a seamless facility operation.
• Incident Reporting: Document and report any incidents related to environmental services, such as accidents, injuries, or breaches in cleaning procedures.
• Budget Management: Assist in managing the departmental budget, including controlling costs related to cleaning supplies and labor.

Qualifications: 

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. A degree or certification in Environmental Services, Healthcare Administration, or a related field is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, or facilities management in a healthcare setting, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or leadership role.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred. 
• Skills & Abilities:
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of cleaning and sanitization methods, as well as infection control practices in healthcare.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in using standard cleaning equipment and chemicals safely.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move cleaning equipment and supplies; standing, bending, and walking for extended periods.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Certification in Environmental Services, Infection Control, or a similar field.
• Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital setting is highly desirable.

Benefits: 

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Insurance
• 401k
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays
• Referral program

Lemontree Healthcare policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, status as a special disabled veteran, or any other protected criteria as established by federal, state, or local laws. Employment decisions at Lemontree are based solely upon relevant criteria, including an individual’s capabilities, qualifications, training, experience, and suitability.