Ames, IA, 50012, USA
104 days ago
Environmental Services Technician
+ Position Summary + Under general supervision: performs general housekeeping functions directed at maintaining the Medical Center and it’s facilities in a clean, sanitary, attractive and orderly condition. Exhibits and promotes a cooperative team spirit. Ensures all actions taken in carrying out responsibilities support patient centered care. + Position Responsibilities + Unit Specific Position Responsibilities + Actively participates in medical center and departmental teams promoting continuous quality improvement and patient satisfaction, including but not limited to department huddles, quarterly updates and Kainexus. + Exhibits and promotes a cooperative team spirit. + Cleans and disinfects patient care areas, public restrooms, administrative areas, kitchen, cafeteria, morgue and meeting rooms. + Removes general and potentially infectious medical waste and transports it to a general holding and/or disposal area. + Cleans and disinfects all types of body fluids. + Cleans windows, furniture, air diffusers and grilles, doors and entrances. + Performs cleaning tasks as assigned to meet the needs of the organization. + Identifies mechanical or structural deficiencies in assigned areas and reports them for correction utilizing reporting software. + Follows Standard Work. + Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience + Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education): + Entry level position. After a sufficient training period, must be able to comprehend and demonstrate knowledge of institutional housekeeping activities and services; safety and regulatory standards; housekeeping equipment and supplies; supervisory principles and techniques. + Organizational Requirements: + Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements. + Preferred Qualifications: + High school diploma or GED preferred + Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience: + Ability to read, write and speak English. + Ability to use telephone and pager system. + Ability to understand oral and written instructions; ability to maintain simple records. + Ability to exhibit and promote a cooperative team spirit. + Experienced in and able to interact with numerous and diverse customers. + Excellent communication, problem solving and customer service skills + Ability to adapt quickly to unexpected changes in circumstances. + Knowledge of body mechanics and universal/safety precautions + Adherence to Departmental and Hospital policies and procedures + Position requires wearing and maintaining a uniform + Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience: + Related work experience in a health care facility is preferred
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