What are the responsibilities and job description for the EVS Alternate Lead position at Baptist Health System KY & IN?
Summary
Job Description:
Lead Housekeeper
P RN – Second Shif t
BHCOR Environmental Service I Corbin , KY
The Environmental Service Team Lead is an extension of the EVS Leadership Team and has the ability to direct the workflow to maintain the operation and avoid gaps in service resulting in recovery. The EVS Team Lead represents the department while interacting with patients and visitors at the facility. Contact may include physical, psychological, educational, and safety related and should be appropriate to the specific demographics of patients served in assigned specialty service areas. The EVS Team Lead will be proficient in all aspects of the department and conduct quality assessments with hands-on training.
Description:
Support daily EVS operations including staffing coverage, workflow coordination, linen distribution, and bed throughput activities.
Assist with onboarding, mentoring, and training new team members while promoting a positive and productive work environment.
Communicate operational needs, inventory requirements, patient feedback, and departmental concerns to leadership.
Monitor linen inventory, maintain stock levels, and coordinate specialty or bulk linen orders.
Perform healthcare environmental cleaning and disinfection in accordance with infection prevention standards and regulatory requirements.
Utilize bed tracking systems and other tools to ensure timely room turnover and operational efficiency.
Conduct quality inspections, identify deficiencies, and support compliance with local, state, federal, and accreditation standards.
Participate in departmental huddles, committees, and continuous improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, quality, and team engagement.
Support regulatory surveys and audits by maintaining compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
Requirements:
One year of Environmental Services, restorative floor care, sterile field experience, or related experience required .
Two or more years of customer service experience preferred.
One to two years of supervisory experience preferred.
One to two years of hospitality experience preferred.
Work Experience
Education
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, 401K Plan