What are the responsibilities and job description for the EVS Second Shift Lead position at Advocate Health Care?
Major Responsibilities
In absence of EVS supervisor, lead co-workers in the day-to-
day operations of the Environmental Services department (EVS)
program.
When In a Lead Role
Customer Satisfaction -
Demonstrates a commitment to satisfying customer needs and exceeding customer expectations.
Continues to improve patient and customer satisfaction scores.
Team player
Able to work with all levels of personnel
Demonstrates flexibility
Projects a positive attitude
Willing to learn, cooperate
Self motivated
Demonstrates initiative
Good communication skills.
Written and verbal
Thinking consistent with Advocate Mission, Values, Philosophies and quality concepts
EVS product and equipment knowledge
Potential exposure to hazardous materials Job responsibility involve walking, standing, bending, climbing and lifting throughout the work day.
Ability to perform medium lifting: up to 35 pounds occasionally and/or 10 to 15 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
In absence of EVS supervisor, lead co-workers in the day-to-
day operations of the Environmental Services department (EVS)
program.
- Confers, plans ahead with supervisory staff, on job assignments, projects and activities.
- Verifies completion of all assigned duties/tasks by Environmental Services staff according to EVS procedures.
- Responsibility for assisting in scheduling of the Environmental Services staff.
- Adjusts the daily schedule to ensure proper staffing in all areas.
When In a Lead Role
- Role in Hazardous Materials, spills and disaster plans
- Assists in competencies
- Monitor Bed Tracking
- Monitors lunch and breaks
- Liaison between EVS and customers/staff as needed
- Coordinate projects/set ups
- Assist with room inspection high touch, etc.
- Issues key, pagers, equipment, etc
- Makes suggestions for work improvement
- Assists in training and introducing new equipment and cleaning methods by demonstrating techniques and procedures
- Inspects equipment and supplies for cleanliness and possible damage, to ensure that it is in working for the next shift use and maintenance of all equipment.
Customer Satisfaction -
Demonstrates a commitment to satisfying customer needs and exceeding customer expectations.
Continues to improve patient and customer satisfaction scores.
- Maintains courteous and pleasant attitude to patients, families and other contacts.
- Utilizes appropriate chain of command in resolving complaints, grievances
- Maintains confidential patient and departmental information.
- Presents department in a positive manner to all contacts.
- Utilizes AIDET with both Internal Customers and External
- Demonstrates ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with fellow associates.
- Demonstrates a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations.
- Displays patient and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
- Maintains licenses and certifictes as appropriate
- Fullfills operating unit, competencies, and required training.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- leadership experience preferred.
- 3 years experience with at least one in Housekeeping Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Good communication skills
- Good organizational skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to communicate instructions N/A
Team player
Able to work with all levels of personnel
Demonstrates flexibility
Projects a positive attitude
Willing to learn, cooperate
Self motivated
Demonstrates initiative
Good communication skills.
Written and verbal
Thinking consistent with Advocate Mission, Values, Philosophies and quality concepts
EVS product and equipment knowledge
Potential exposure to hazardous materials Job responsibility involve walking, standing, bending, climbing and lifting throughout the work day.
Ability to perform medium lifting: up to 35 pounds occasionally and/or 10 to 15 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Salary : $21 - $31