Housekeeping Utility Associate - Environmental Services (Evenings) (PRN)

Environmental Services Associate

To perform daily assigned tasks, that could include collecting trash, linen and bio-hazardous waste throughout the hospital, vacuuming all carpeted corridors, cleaning entrances, project work that is assigned, dust mopping hallways, and mopping hard floor corridors. May be asked to perform EVS Patient Associate duties. Always be aware of surroundings, stop and ask if visitors appear lost or confused. Escort visitors to area they are going.

Being a part of Tanner Health System is more than a job, it is a promise we make to treat every patient with exceptional service every time they walk through our doors. Service excellence is the foundation of our organizational culture and the expectations we all set for each other, our patients, physicians and our community. All employees agree to abide by a set of service standards. These standards are the promise we make to provide the best care possible, and represent our beliefs, values and who we strive to become. We each commit to making Tanner Health System a great place for our employees to work, for patients to receive care and for physicians to practice medicine.

Perform assigned project work in a timely manner.

Daily vacuuming of all carpeted corridors within the hospital.

Collecting trash and linen.

Daily cleaning of entrances and limited areas of parking lot.

Collecting bio-hazardous waste and placing in boxes for outside pickup.

Dust mopping and mopping ground floor corridors, emergency room waiting area, labor and delivery hallway on a daily basis, and stairwells on an as needed basis.

Cleaning any carpets or chairs that may be soiled.

Participate in any non-medical emergency codes that may be called within the hospital.

Assist with any department moves within the hospital.

Plan and prioritize work schedule daily.

Daily cleaning of assigned areas, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, wiping, etc.

Perform any additional assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Take an active role in customer satisfaction.

Job requires contact with others. Teamwork and ability to obtain cooperation.

Observe and report any deficiencies of equipment, furniture, and fixtures.

Maintain assigned equipment and set-up area for cleanliness and safety.

Assist in any emergency spill observed or upon request.

Employee performs within the prescribed limits of Tanner Health System's Ethics and Compliance program. Is responsible to detect, observe, and report compliance variances to their immediate supervisor, the Compliance Officer, or the Hotline.

Education: Ability to read and write

Experience: No prior work experience required

Licenses and Certifications: NONE REQUIRED

Employee must be able to work independently, with minimal direct supervision.

Must be able to read and write to be able to follow directives; grammar school or above.

Must, after brief training, be able to demonstrate correct use of chemicals, supplies, and tools assigned.

Previous experience in a medical facility is desirable, but not required.

One week to three months on-the-job training.

Able to lift weights of 50 pounds.