Environmental Services Aide - FT - Ridgewood Manor Health and Rehabilitation

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At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As the leading healthcare system for northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee, we are committed not only to strengthening the health of our communities, but also to supporting the growth, success, and well‑being of every team member.

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Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With more than 80 access points across the region—including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center—you’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission‑driven team making a difference every day.

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SUMMARY

Performs various tasks to provide a clean environment for our patients.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

Non-exempt Status: May be required to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Subject to callback during any emergency.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Reports to Environmental Services Supervisor

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

A high school diploma or its equivalent preferred.

OTHER TRAINING, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

On-the-job training provided

ESSENTIAL SKILL/KNOWLEDGE FUNCTIONS

• Sweep, damp mop, and wet mop tile floors. May occasionally be required to spray buff, strip or wax floors, following center procedure, including the use of wet floor signs.

• Report to supervisor any carpeted areas that need cleaning or spot removal.

• Vacuum carpeted rooms as applicable.

• Dust/damp clean surfaces in patient rooms (furniture, bed frames, windowsills, etc.) following center procedure, including the use of wet floor signs.

• Empty trash cans, clean exterior, clean interior, and replace can liner with a clean one.

• Clean bathroom sinks, fixtures, and toilets, following center procedure.

• Clean glass surfaces such as mirrors, pictures, and windows.

• Clean behind and underneath furnishings.

• Move furniture to clean behind/underneath, according to center procedures.

• Turn bed mattresses after cleaning.

• Clean dining area after breakfast and lunch; wipe tables, sweep, mop, etc.

• Change soiled privacy curtains and draperies for the outside windows as needed.

• Remove and rehang curtains and draperies for the outside windows, using a ladder.

• Sweep outside porches, walkways, etc., pick up any trash not properly disposed.

• Follow cleaning schedules as set by supervisor.

• Follow infection control standards while performing cleaning.

• Use isolation techniques (gowns, gloves, special cleaning, etc.) as needed.

• Recognize patient rights while cleaning patient rooms. Treat patients and their belongings with dignity and respect.

• Safeguard chemicals used, keeping chemicals either locked or in sight

• Follow precautions as stated on MSDS for chemicals used.

• Assist in the proper care and use of housekeeping equipment, supplies, and storage areas.

• Clean and properly store equipment used at the end of each shift, following set procedures.

• Inspect equipment prior to use to provide for safe operation.

• Report to Maintenance Department any equipment repairs needed throughout the center.

• Maintain adequate supplies (soap, lotion, paper towels, toilet tissue, etc.) in bathrooms throughout center

• Prevent/remove wax/dirt build-up in corners, around baseboards, or in doorways.

ESSENTIAL ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS

• Participate in Nursing Center surveys (Licensure / JCAHO) and any subsequently required reports.

• Attend and participate in continuing educational programs to keep abreast on changes in your field as well as to maintain current license/certification, as required.

• Attend and participate in mandatory in-services.

• Honor patient’s rights to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property and civil rights, including the right to wage complaints.

• Comply with Corporate Compliance Program.

• Report job-related functions/tasks that involve occupational hazards including exposure to blood and body fluids and others as necessary.

• Follow established safety regulations, to include fire protection/prevention, smoking regulations, infection control, etc.

• Follow established safety procedures when performing job tasks and/or working with equipment.

• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor.

• Comply with all Privacy and Security programs.

ESSENTIAL GENERAL FUNCTIONS

• Attendance

• Punctuality

• Professional Appearance

• Communicates well with patients and family members providing warm and friendly greeting and an approachable attitude to family/visitors/patients and responds to expressed concerns while displaying a helpful, caring demeanor, answers questions when appropriate in a professional manner.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS

Primary Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required when lifting various cleaning supplies up to 3 pounds. Also may be required to lift vacuum cleaner which is located on the cleaning cart.

• Lift 11 to 25 lbs.: Occasionally may be required to lift mop bucket filled with water and cleaning solution weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Lift 26 to 40 lbs.: Occasionally may be required when flipping mattresses which weigh up to 40 pounds.

• Lift over 40 lbs.: Rarely occurs when moving patient furniture, which can be done with assistance.

• Carry up to 10 lbs.: Frequently occurs when carrying small bucket of cleaning supplies into patients' rooms. May be required to carry for 10 to 20 feet.

• Carry 11 to 25 lbs.: Occasionally may be required to carry bucket with water and cleaning solution weighing up to 25 pounds.

• Carry 26 to 40 lbs.: Not required

• Carry over 40 lbs.: Not required

• Reach above shoulder height: 4 feet.

• Reach at shoulder height: Frequently to constantly required while cleaning and dusting.

• Reach below shoulder height: Frequently may occur when cleaning under beds.

• Push/Pull: 20 feet.

Hand Manipulation:

• Grasping: Frequently occurs while vacuuming.

• Fingering: Not required.

• Handling: Constantly handling cleaning supplies, rags for dusting, and sponges while cleaning bathrooms.

• Torquing: Not required.

Other Physical Considerations:

• Twisting: Occasionally may occur while cleaning in and around furniture.

• Bending: Frequently occurs while dusting and cleaning rooms and around furniture.

• Crawling: Rarely occurs while dusting under beds.

• Squatting: Rarely occurs when dusting and cleaning lower furniture.

• Kneeling: Rarely occurs when dusting and cleaning lower furniture.

• Crouching: Occasionally.

• Climbing: Occasionally.

• Balancing: Occasionally.

During an 8-hour day, Associate is required to:

Consecutive Hours Total Hours

Sit 0 0

Stand 3 6

Walk 3 2

Work Surface: Varies from carpeting, linoleum, and tile.

Cognitive and Sensory Requirements:

• Talking: Necessary for communicating with others.

• Hearing: Necessary for taking instructions from others.

• Sight: Necessary for doing job correctly and effectively.

• Tasting & Smelling: Not required.

EQUIPMENT USED

Vacuum, stripper/buffer machine

SUMMARY OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious disease, air contaminants and hazardous chemicals. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, associates and visitors.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

A cleaning cart is utilized to assist housekeeping. Supplies are kept on the cart and wheeled from one room to another. This is a position that requires long-term standing and the ability to work quickly and effectively without having to return and correct errors. Associate will be exposed to various chemicals and must be able to operate housekeeping equipment.

Drug-Free Workplace

Full-Time and Part-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

· 403(b) Matching (Retirement)

· Dental insurance

· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

· Employee wellness program

· Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance

· Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

· ICHRA for health insurance

· Paid Annual Leave (Time Off)

· Vision insurance

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

· Employer-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability