What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Associate I position at Indiana University Health System?
Job Info
We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, service with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.
Why Join IU Health?
As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:
- 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
- Healthy Results – Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!
SCHEDULE
Monday-Friday 1:00pm-9:00pm
**shift differential pay starts after 3pm
*weekend coverage, only as needed
WORK LOCATION
Tipton Hospital
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides cleaning and sanitizing services to support a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
- Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, offices, clinical and procedural areas, and public spaces. Supports patient safety through consistent and high-quality service.
- Demonstrates ability to support the cleaning and disinfection of high-acuity clinical and procedural areas.
- Applies disinfection protocols and utilizes approved cleaning tools in accordance with infection control standards and hospital policy.
- Conducts hazardous and biohazardous waste removal in compliance with safety regulations and infection prevention protocols.
- Proactively communicates and collaborates with clinical teams to ensure cleaning processes support patient safety and care flow.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience preferred.
REQUIREMENTS
- No previous experience required.
- Must be able to wear protective equipment/clothing required by the environment or government regulations such as gowns, gloves, goggles, rubber-soled closed-toe footwear, etc.
- Physical requirements to include: reaching, standing for long periods of time, squatting, bending, carrying and/or lifting supplies and equipment weighing 35 lbs. or more, up to 80% of the time.
- Requires the ability to operate light floor equipment for cleaning floors in patient care areas.
- Requires the ability to climb ladders.
- Requires the ability to clean areas that require technical cleaning including IR/Cardiac Cath/Mother-Baby/NICU/OR/ED.
Job Category: Facilities & Support Services
Posting Date: 2026-07-07T18:44:04 00:00
Locations: 1000 South Main St Tipton IN 46072
Job Schedule: Full time
Job Shift: Evening