What are the responsibilities and job description for the EVS Team Lead position at Cleveland Clinic?
Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
The Environmental Services Team Lead supervises the technical and administrative functions of the Environmental Services department. Your duties will include but are not limited to:
• Acting as a technical resource for team members.
• Implementing goals consistent with assigned clinical and non-clinical units. • Providing effective use of personnel, policies, and procedures to ensure a clean, safe, and attractive environment.
The Ideal caregiver is someone who:
• Prioritizes projects on the importance of life safety and compliance.
• Has strong critical thinking skills.
• Can multitask and make decisive decisions in a stressful environment.
• Can work under minimal supervision.
This position is an excellent leadership role that allows you to be present with the team every day. This is a hands-on job that presents many skillsets, such as learning about finance, productivity dashboards and how analytics applies to Environmental Services.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts general training for new employees in floor care, wall washing, carpet cleaning, and special procedures.
- Cleans patient rooms and other assigned areas daily, including collecting and removing trash, changing bed linens and sanitizing all surfaces.
- Follows policies and procedures on patient isolation.
- Stocks paper items and other supplies in patient rooms as necessary or designated.
- Maintains cart and equipment in clean, working condition and stores in appropriate storage area when finished with shift.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED.
Certifications:
- None required.
Complexity of Work:
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
- A minimum of one year experience in Environmental Services preferred with strong customer service skills.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate with others in coordinating multiple tasks.
- Some leadership or experience providing work direction helpful.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods
- Ability to be mobile for extended periods of time
- Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information
- Ability to move/transport items weighing up to 25 pounds (lbs.)
- Ability to move/transport equipment weighing up to 25 pounds (lbs.)
- Ability to move/transport animals weighing up to or more than 100 pounds (lbs.)
- Ability to inspect equipment
- Ability to clean, operate cleaning equipment and use cleaning products
- May come into contact with communicable diseases and/or body fluids
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
