Environmental Services Lead

Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer.As the only National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, Moffitt employs some of the best and brightest minds from around the world. Join a dedicated team of nearly 11,000 who are shaping the future we envision. Moffitt has been recognized as a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation and is continually named one of the Tampa Bay Times’ Top Workplaces.SummaryUnder the direction of an Environmental Services Supervisor, the Team Leader supports team members who clean and disinfect the physical environment for patients, visitors, and staff members. The Team Leader will ensure all areas of responsibility are completed by opening and closing the shift, tracking Team Member progress, performing quality inspections, providing supplies and equipment, and informing their supervisor on the status of the team's progress. This position performs a variety of duties that support the department in maintaining a clean environment for patients and staff.The Ideal CandidateAbility to take initiative and follow oral/written instructions and communicate effectively.Ability to work independently and unsupervised at times.Evidence of a good driving record and maintain a good record per Moffitt Policy.ResponsibilitiesCompletion of Job AssignmentsOpening and closing shifts, ensuring all job assignments are completed properly, ensuring adequate inventory and storage of supplies and linen, assigning tasks and projects, manage bed tracking application, answer phone calls from customers and staff members, complete customer requests, resolve daily operational issues, operate the UV lights, etc.Assumes responsibility of running shift in absence of SupervisorQuality AssurancePerform and document cleaning inspections; train and give feedback to team membersAsset InventoryEnsure adequate inventory levels and proper storage of supplies and linenEnsure proper storage of machines and floor cleaning equipmentCommunicationRepresent the Environmental Services department positively and professionally at all times.Follow up on cleaning or staff issues with ability to deescalate situations.Provide feedback to team members and their Supervisor on team members' performance.Maintain positive relationships and good communication with patients, visitors, staff members, and those within the Environmental Services department.Report all facilities/maintenance issues to Supervisor and input work orders.High-touch surface disinfection and cleaningProperly clean and disinfect all types of areas including clinical inpatient/outpatient (patient rooms, exam rooms, nurse stations, etc.), support/common areas, offices, labs, conference rooms, elevators, stairwells, corridors, external grounds, etc. - Handle and dispose of medical waste and sharps observing all required precautions, including properly tying and labeling bags - Use proper chemicals, tools, and equipment for each situation - Clean spills containing blood or other potentially infectious material using established infection control, safety, and ES departmental procedures.Occasionally may have to travel to off-site locations.Complete other duties as assigned.Training and CompetenciesDemonstrate competency by completing required departmental education and training.Responsible for training team members.Policies and ProceduresFollow departmental and other regulatory standards regarding all cleaning policies and procedures (using proper disinfectants, labeling chemical bottles, keeping an organized cart, etc.) Perform all essential functions following established safety and infection control requirements (perform hand hygiene, wear PPE, etc.).Follow instructions from Environmental Services management.Credentials and Qualifications:High School Diploma/GED Required. An additional six (6) months of related experience may be considered in lieu of a High School Diploma/GED.Two (2) years of customer service experience.Eighteen months (18) of environmental services or housekeeping experience. Inclusive of one (1) year experience in a healthcare setting.One (1) year Supervisory or Project Lead experience – internal candidates with 6 months supervisory or project lead experience may be considered.Must complete Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (CHEST) certification within 18 months of hire.Valid Driver’s License required.Qualifications include: High school education or the equivalent, which will provide the ability to interpret and convey moderately complex oral and written instructions to employees. One (1) year of hospital environmental service experience desired with six (6) months of environmental service supervision preferred.Salary Range$17.53 - $26.50Salary ranges posted for this position represent the expected base pay range for the role. Actual compensation may vary based on location and a variety of job-related factors, including experience, skills, education, and internal equity among Team Members in similar positions.We are committed to maintaining fair and equitable pay practices and regularly review compensation to ensure alignment across our workforce.Moffitt Career SiteIf you have the vision, passion, and dedication to contribute to our mission,then we have a place for you!1. Equal Employment OpportunityMoffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.2. Reasonable AccommodationFederal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. Moffitt endeavors to make moffitt.org/careers accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact one of the Human Resources receptionists by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.Read more information about your EEO rights under the law.Transparency in Coverage Rule #J-18808-Ljbffr Moffitt Cancer Center