ICHC Environmental Services Associate

Ilanka Community Health Center Environmental Services Associate

This role requires 100% onsite work in Cordova, Alaska.

Who We Are

The Native Village of Eyak (NVE) is a federally recognized Tribal government based in Cordova, Alaskaa remote, roadless community nestled between the eastern Chugach Mountains and the waters of Prince William Sound. Our ancestral homelands have long served as a traditional gathering place for the Eyak, Aleut, Tlingit, and Athabascan peoples and span more than 55 million acres of land and sea, encompassing the Copper River Delta and the Northern Gulf of Alaska. This territory reflects the deep, enduring connection our people have to the land and waters that have sustained us for generations.

NVE is governed by a seven-member elected Council, which upholds our Constitution and Bylaws. The Council provides strategic leadership and direction to the Administrative Executive Director and Health Executive Director to implement projects and programs in alignment with a strategic plan.

The Ilanka Community Health Center is a primary care outpatient clinic serving the Cordova community. As both an Indian Health Service facility and a Community Health Center, Ilanka offers affordable, high-quality care through contract health services and sliding fee scales. In addition to medical services, Ilanka also provides behavioral health support.

Mission: Dedicated to exercising our sovereignty to enhance the well-being of our people, culture, and homelands.

Vision: To cultivate a resilient and thriving community where our people are healthy and empowered, our culture is alive, and we honor our lands and waters. Through our relationships, education, healing, and leadership, we uphold our sovereignty and empower current and future generations to sustain our way of life.

Core Values: Humility, Accountability, Integrity, Kinship, Respect

Traditional Values: God, Loyalty, Humor, Cooperation, Teaching, Cultural Pride, Sharing, Discipline, Language, Respect

About This Role

ICHC Environmental Services Associate

Work Location: 100% onsite in Cordova, AK. Remote/hybrid work not available for this position.

Team: ICHC Environmental Services

Salary Grade: 7

Reports To: Environmental Services Manager

Schedule: Part Time Regular 17.5 hours per week

FLSA Status: Hourly & Eligible for Overtime Pay

Last Revised: April 2026

In accordance with P.L. 93-638, preference in hiring practices is given to Alaska Native, American Indian, and Native American applicants. Hiring preference for NVE Tribal members is in effect for this position.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Ilanka Community Health Center Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary clinical environment in accordance with healthcare standards. This position performs routine cleaning and disinfection of patient care areas, restrooms, and common spaces to support infection prevention and patient safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Cleans and disinfects patient care areas, exam rooms, treatment rooms, restrooms, offices, and common areas according to established protocols.

Follows infection prevention and control procedures, including proper use of disinfectants and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Removes trash, medical waste, and recycling in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Cleans and maintains floors, surfaces, fixtures, and furnishings.

Restocks cleaning and sanitation supplies as needed.

Reports maintenance issues, or supply shortages to appropriate staff.

Strong understanding of HIPAA, and confidentiality standards to ensure lawful handling of Protected Health Information (PHI).

Performs routine and deep-cleaning tasks according to schedules and clinic needs.

Cleaning of clinic housing as needed.

Participate in infection control training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF ALL STAFF

Follows all NVE policies and related department procedures.

Works safely in accordance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

Immediately reports unsafe conditions, hazards, or injuries to HR or the designated safety contact.

Attend all mandatory special events, meetings, and trainings.

Assists with special events, meetings, and trainings as necessary.

Maintains confidentiality at all times.

Maintains awareness and sensitivity to various cultures.

Embodies Tribal values throughout all work.

Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SUPERVISORY DUTIES

None. This position has no supervisory duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of basic cleaning and sanitation procedures in a healthcare environment.

Knowledge of infection control and safety practices.

SKILLS

Skill in using cleaning equipment, supplies and disinfectants safely and effectively.

ABILITIES

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established cleaning protocols.

Ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks efficiently.

Ability to maintain attention to detail and meet cleanliness standards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This section outlines the education, training, and experience required for a candidate to be successful in this role, as well as any preferred qualifications that make a candidate stronger. The listed preferred qualifications are helpful to be more successful in the role but not mandatory.

EDUCATION

o No formal education required; relevant experience or training is a plus.

WORK EXPERIENCE

o Previous cleaning experience in healthcare environment preferred.

CERTIFICATES / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

o Preferred: Possession of a valid driver's license and maintenance of an insurable driving record in accordance with the company's auto insurance policy requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential functions of this position, the following will be required of employees:

Primarily Indoors

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the workday.

Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive motions while performing cleaning tasks.

Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull cleaning equipment such as vacuums, mops, floor machines and carts.

Ability to perform physical tasks requiring manual dexterity and coordination.

Ability to tolerate exposure to cleaning products, disinfectants, and healthcare-related environments.

Ability to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and through written correspondence.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential functions of this position, employees may be exposed to the following conditions:

Primarily Indoors

Majority of work will be completed in a medical primary care clinic with varying temperatures and humidity levels depending on facility conditions. Some work is completed in office or residential housing location.

Potential exposure to biological materials, bodily fluids, and medical waste common in clinical environments.

Work may involve contact with regulated medical waste, sharps containers, and contaminated materials, requiring strict adherence to infection prevention and safety procedures.

Exposure to hazardous chemicals and chemical vapors may occur when using disinfectants, cleaning agents, or sanitation equipment.

Overhead lighting is typically fluorescent or LED.

Occasional exposure to noise from cleaning equipment and facility operations.

Other Requirements: Required to submit to a background check and follow the NVE Tribe's drug policies.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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