Environmental Services Aide

Los Alamos Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to prioritizing well‑being and providing exceptional care. As an Environmental Services Aide, you will support a healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities Cleans assigned areas thoroughly to ensure compliance with sanitation regulations, infection control standards, and hospital policies Sweeps, dusts, mops, vacuums, and polishes assigned areas as appropriate Sanitizes patient rooms, common areas, restrooms, furniture, walls, vents, and windows Follows department‑specific cleaning procedures across various hospital departments Stocks assigned areas with essential supplies, including linens, soiled linen bags, paper towels, soap, sanitizer, and toilet paper Inspects assigned areas after cleaning to ensure departmental standards are met Documents cleaning activities according to department standards Communicates with appropriate personnel regarding room status and cleanliness, including patient room readiness Complies with all applicable regulatory standards, including JCAHO, OSHA, and infection control requirements related to chemical and supply usage Notifies supervisor of inventory levels and supply needs Identifies potential safety hazards within assigned work areas Takes appropriate actions to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors Reports safety concerns and communicates hazards to appropriate personnel promptly Maintains flexibility to work in various departments as assigned Supports overall hospital cleanliness and patient experience Must be able to work every other weekend Qualifications High School Diploma (Preferred) Previous clinical housekeeping experience (Preferred) Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action Schedule PRN (as needed). This position does not have a set weekly schedule; you will be called in to work when extra help is needed—such as covering for someone, handling busy periods, or filling gaps in the schedule. Hours can vary from week to week, and there are no guaranteed hours. Benefits Comprehensive benefits: multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees Financial protection & PTO: life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off Financial & career growth: higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package with company match Employee well‑being: mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs) Professional development: ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities About the Hospital Los Alamos Medical Center is a 47‑bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional emergency care, surgical care, inpatient and outpatient services to the communities of Northern New Mexico for over 70 years. We have achieved an ‘A’ for our Leapfrog grade, have acquired Lifepoint Health NQP accreditation, Newsweek has named us a Top Hospital in New Mexico, and we have been honored for our Lifepoint Health Diversity Program. We are proud of our work and patient care. Equal Opportunity Employer Los Alamos Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Los Alamos Medical Center is committed to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community‑based care and driven by a mission of making communities healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post‑acute care facilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr