What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Floor Technician (FULL TIME) position at Effingham Hospital, Inc.?
Description
JOB SUMMARY
Under the general direction of the Environmental Services Manager, will maintain assigned areas in a clean, sanitary and aseptic condition by scouring, scrubbing, mopping, polishing using germicides and damp dusting, in accordance with TJC, federal, state, and local guidelines, organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Communicates with medical staff, other departments, and outside agencies while maintaining confidentiality. Position requires self-motivation, creativity, and capabilities to function in a semi-autonomous role within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
- Selects cleaning materials and supplies and prepares solutions according to procedure. Loads service cart and transports to assigned word area.
- Cleans stairwells, elevators, and baseboards.
- Ensures departmental adherence to proper infection control, OSHA and safety standards.
- Dust mop floors using dust mop; pick up debris with dustpan and counter brush.
- Collects and disposes of trash; to include hazardous waste.
- Collects and disposes of soiled linen.
- Operates electric floor machine and various types of vacuum cleaners.
- Scrubs, strips, finishes, and polish floors with electric floor machine.
- Shampoo furniture and carpets
- Spray buff floor with floor machine
- Clean equipment and store properly.
- Act as security at night for entire building, lock doors and any other duties assigned to individual.
- Attend meetings and training sessions.
- Moves equipment and furniture for relocation of offices, or for cleaning.
- Sets up community room for meetings and seminars.
- Participates in continuing education.
- Responsible for maintaining organizational facilities in accordance with TJC, federal and state, organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Requirements
Minimum Level of Education: High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Formal Training: None required.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: None required.
Work Experience: One to three months experience is preferred as a floor tech; or related work in the healthcare or related industry.