What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services Worker II PRN position at Mat-Su Regional Medical Center?
Job Summary
The Environmental Services Worker II is responsible for cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining hospital facilities to ensure a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role performs floor care, waste removal, linen handling, spill cleanup, and general cleaning tasks in accordance with hospital policies and infection control standards. The Environmental Services Worker II follows established procedures to support patient safety, regulatory compliance, and hospital cleanliness standards.
What We Offer
The Environmental Services Worker II is responsible for cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining hospital facilities to ensure a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. This role performs floor care, waste removal, linen handling, spill cleanup, and general cleaning tasks in accordance with hospital policies and infection control standards. The Environmental Services Worker II follows established procedures to support patient safety, regulatory compliance, and hospital cleanliness standards.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
- Matching 401(k)
- Opportunities for Career Advancement
- Rewards & Recognition Programs
- Exclusive Discounts and Perks*
- Performs floor care tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, and shampooing various flooring surfaces to maintain cleanliness and safety.
- Collects, removes, and properly disposes of waste, including biohazardous, infectious, and noninfectious materials, following hospital policies and regulatory guidelines.
- Handles and processes soiled linens, replacing them with clean bags and ensuring proper containment and storage.
- Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, restrooms, hallways, offices, and common areas, ensuring compliance with infection control standards.
- Responds to spills and contamination cleanups, ensuring proper disinfection and safety precautions.
- Moves furniture, floor mats, and other equipment as needed for cleaning, facility maintenance, or department relocations.
- Monitors cleaning supply usage, practicing appropriate expense control and ensuring all supplies are stored and used safely.
- Communicates maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor or facilities department to ensure timely resolution.
- Maintains accurate cleaning logs and reports completed tasks, ensuring proper documentation of environmental services activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 1-3 years of experience in environmental services, housekeeping, custodial work, or hospital facility maintenance required
- Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, and floor care techniques.
- Ability to safely handle biohazardous and infectious waste in compliance with infection control standards.
- Familiarity with equipment cleaning, maintenance, and proper usage.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow cleaning schedules effectively.
- Knowledge of hospital policies, regulatory standards, and safety procedures for environmental services.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
- Good communication skills to interact with staff, patients, and visitors in a professional manner.
- Certification in Environmental Services or Healthcare Cleaning (such as CHEST or CHESP certification) preferred