What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Aide PRN Days position at Kindred Hospital Tarrant County - Arlington?
Description
Kindred Hospital Arlington is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.
Job Summary
Cleans and services building areas; moves furniture, equipment and supplies; and performs a variety of environmental services duties to maintain the hospital in a neat, safe and sanitary condition.
Essential Functions
- Selects cleaning materials/supplies and prepares cleaning solutions. Loads service cart and transports to work area.
- Cleans assigned area (including, but on limited to walls, doors, tile, fixtures, patient TVs and equipment) with germicidal cleaning solutions.
- Sweeps, mops floors and vacuums carpet. Spot cleans carpet using appropriate solutions.
- Cleans restrooms, vanity areas, showers and commodes, maintaining sanitary and odor free conditions. Replenishes essentials.
- Collects and removes trash, sanitizes all garbage cans and compactor area.
- May collect and transport hazardous waste in a special closed container for sterilization before disposal.
- May collect soiled linen and distribute clean linen.
- Arranges furniture for meetings, workshops and community affairs.
- Returns unused supplies to janitor closet ensuring all supplies are replaced in an orderly manner.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
- Must read, write and speak fluent English to comprehend instructions of cleaning materials.
- Must have good and regular attendance.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Good interpersonal skills.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent including education equivalent to completion of secondary school or demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the role. (Preferred)
Licenses/Certifications
- None
Experience
- Previous experience in acute care setting preferred.