Operations Manager, EVS - UPMC Washington

Operations Manager Of Environmental Services

Join our hospital leadership team as an Operations Manager of Environmental Services, responsible for overseeing EVS operations, driving performance, and leading a dedicated team committed to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and ensure implementation of department policies and procedures in an efficient and effective manner.
• Maintain department standards relative to safety, JCAHO standards, established local, state, and federal regulations, and hospital policy and procedures.
• Develop and maintain expenditures within the approved annual operating and capital budgets.
• Recommend a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide services.
• Determine the qualifications and competency of department personnel through timely, annual performance evaluations and competency reviews.
• Assure the overall cleanliness and appearance of the facilities, including all relevant off-site locations.
• Provide direction and oversight to department staff and supervisors.
• Responsible for efficient and effective management of department inventory including linen, cleaning supplies and paper supplies.
• Participate in selecting outside sources for needed services.
• Practice universal blood/body fluid precautions.
• Ensure that all equipment is up to date and properly maintained to provide safe and effective operation.
• Mentor and develop staff and supervisors. This includes training/orientation function oversight and all aspects of performance management.
• Research new developments in cleaning supplies/equipment through continued education and vendors.

Position manages union and non-union workforce.

Preferred experience: Experience with linen and patient transport.

Schedule/Travel: Primarily Monday-Friday, start times will vary based on department needs. 12 hour shifts may be possible if coverage allows for it. Travel between UPMC Washington & UPMC Greene will be required.

• HS Diploma/GED required, Bachelor's preferred.
• 4 years relevant experience required & 2 years relevant leadership experience required.
• Experience in customer service and quality/process improvement.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of all phases of building maintenance.
• Effective communication, organizational and management skills.
• Floor care experience preferred.
• Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) preferred.
• Act 34
• UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran