Environmental Services Tech I

EVS Technician 1 Department: 11906 Advocate Christ Medical Center - Environmental Services Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Fulltime EVS TECH 1 Rotating Weekends. Week #1 Off days: Sunday, Thursday. Week #2 Off days: Tuesday, Saturday. Holiday Schedule #2. Major Responsibilities Clean and disinfect assigned area(s) by washing walls, doors, door frames, ceilings, patient televisions, windows, furniture, tile, fixtures, appliances, floors, and equipment with appropriate cleaning solutions, following procedures and schedules specific to each item. Areas may include patient rooms, offices, meeting rooms, rest rooms, elevators, stairwells, and other hospital or off‑site facilities. Operate various equipment following department procedures. Use chemicals and solutions following department policy. Keep work areas orderly, clean, and safe. Customer Satisfaction – Demonstrate a commitment to satisfying customer needs and exceeding expectations: Utilize AIDET with internal and external customers to meet system goal. Identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with fellow associates. Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude toward patient families and other personnel in emergency and non‑emergency situations. Display patient and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel. Present department in a positive manner to all contacts. Maintain courteous and pleasant attitude toward patients, families, and contacts. Maintain confidentiality of patient and departmental information. Utilize appropriate chain of command to resolve complaints, grievances, or problems. Use appropriate procedures following patient discharges: Thoroughly wash and sanitize beds when patients are discharged; make beds with clean linen according to department procedures. Thoroughly clean and sanitize entire room and washroom when patients are discharged, using established department procedures. Use appropriate germicide in disinfecting rooms. Select cleaning materials and supplies appropriate to the job and transport them to work area. Replenish supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissues, soap, etc.; pick up additional supplies from the storage when needed. Routinely collect waste and sanitize all garbage cans. Observe and follow Standard (Universal) Precautions, Infection Control Policies, and departmental policies and procedures. Clean or sanitize after emergency spills as requested. Place full, tied bags of soiled linen in linen chutes. Ensure a safe, clean, and attractive environment for patients, visitors, and associates at all times. Wash hands thoroughly throughout the day; follow and adhere to hospital handwash policy. Prepare detergents, germicidal solutions, and other cleaning/disinfecting solutions according to established formulas. Sweep, dust, mop floor areas, and spot‑clean carpets using appropriate solutions. Shampoo furniture, carpets, and rugs using appropriate equipment and supplies, adhering to applicable schedules. Identify types of soiled and/or spotting and utilize proper solutions as outlined in departmental policies and procedures. Handle chemicals and solutions following departmental policies. Ensure all chemicals and solutions are in properly labeled containers. Adhere to safety regulations as outlined in departmental policy and procedure. Move equipment and furniture for cleaning, rearrangement, and/or relocation, arranging them in an orderly fashion and according to applicable floor plans. Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops, and community affairs according to specifications of responsible department/individual. Clean equipment and notify supervisor of equipment needing repair. Appropriately report safety hazards. Return unused supplies to closet where obtained, clean carts and equipment, and ensure all items are replaced in an orderly manner. Collect and/or distribute soiled and/or clean linens as required. Collect trash and/or waste from all areas of the hospital as required: Collect hazardous and medical waste according to procedures established by the Infection Control Committee; sanitize all garbage/waste disposal containers. Separate regular and recyclable trash according to procedure. Demonstrate commitment to professional growth and competence: Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and in‑services. Complete annual CBT’s required. Follow written department goals and objectives; review annually with managers. Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation. Maintain responsibility for attendance and punctuality: Maintain proper attendance requirement outlined in the Hospital Policy and Procedure Manual. Plan for special days off in advance and submit written requests for time off to department management for approval per departmental guidelines. Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy. Provide adequate notice to department management for absence, and in accordance with departmental policy calls two hours before the beginning of shift. Education/Experience Required High School Diploma/GED or equivalent work experience. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required Able to operate small electrical equipment e.g., vacuum cleaners. Excellent customer service skills. Ability to communicate effectively in English related to the performance of essential job activities, including reading and comprehending chemical labels and other safety materials. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Job responsibilities involve walking, standing, bending, climbing, and lifting throughout the work day. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or to lift with at least one other associate when available. Unique lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Benefits Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development, and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work. Base compensation within the listed pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training. Premium pay such as shift, on‑call, and more based on job. Incentive pay for select positions. Opportunity for annual increases based on performance. Paid Time Off programs. Health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability. Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave. Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs. Educational Assistance Program. Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr 125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation