Job Summary
You can make a difference in patients' lives as an Environmental Attendant with Corewell Health. Your contributions in this role have a direct impact on high-quality care; you will be responsible for cleaning and disinfecting assigned work areas, removing medical waste, trash, and linens, and maintaining the appearance and condition of our floors, carpets, and upholstery. Communication and collaboration with other team members are essential to ensure continuity of service and help foster a positive work environment. No experience is required, you will be fully trained and supported and can grow and learn new skills to develop your career.
Essential Functions
It is essential that an Environmental Attendant be able to comfortably interact with our patients, families and visitors. Presenting with a warm smile and friendly demeanor, enabling our visitors to feel welcomed and cared for. Cleans patient rooms daily. Sanitizes all vertical and horizontal surfaces, spot wash walls and windows, removes trash and linen (where required), completely cleans and sanitizes restroom, dust mop and damp mop. Cleans ancillary areas such as, nurses’ stations, med rooms, pantries, clean and soiled utility rooms, storage rooms, waiting rooms, locker rooms, break rooms, offices and other areas not specified. Environmental Attendants will be assigned to clean specialty areas not limited to but including OR Suites, Pre Op and Post Op areas, Emergency Department, Intensive and Critical Care Units, Labor Delivery Units, Pediatric Units, Mental Health Units, Oncology, Radiology, Labs, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Kitchen areas and more. Environmental Attendant basic tasks include but are not limited to cleaning and sanitizing all surfaces, vacuuming, dust mopping, damp mopping, low dusting, high dusting, stocking supplies, removing trash and soiled linen, delivering clean linen (where required). Will be required to complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned. Environmental Attendant will be required to use appropriate chemicals and guidelines when performing tasks. Attendant will be properly trained on required tasks and provided with tools to perform assigned duties. Must become proficient in all aspects of the position, with Department provided training, within 30 days of hire.
QualificationsRequired Ability to read and follow instructions. Preferred High School Diploma or equivalent
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6\" from floor) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs\rWaist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs\rWaist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs\rWaist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs\rBilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs\rUnilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs\rPushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 40 lbs\rPulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs\rSitting: Seldom\rStanding: Frequently\rWalking: Frequently\rForward Bend - Standing: Occasionally\rForward Bend - Sitting: Seldom\rTrunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally\rTrunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom\rSquat: Occasionally\rStair Climbing: Occasionally\rLadder Climbing: Seldom\rCrawling / Kneeling: Seldom\rDriving: Seldom\rReach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally\rReach - at Shoulder or Below: Frequently\rHandling: Frequently\rForceful Grip > 5 lbs: Frequently\rForceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Frequently\rFinger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently\rHow Corewell Health cares for you
Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
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Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
Primary Location
SITE - Grosse Pointe Hospital - 468 Cadieux - Grosse PointeDepartment Name
Environmental Services - Grosse PointeEmployment Type
Part timeShift
Evening (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours
0.04Hours of Work
3pm-11:30pmDays Worked
variableWeekend Frequency
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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.
Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.
An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.
You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.