Environmental Technician (Hospital Housekeeping)

At Snoqualmie Valley Health, we’re not just in the business of healthcare; we’re in the business of empowering our community to live boldly and live well. Our commitment to excellence and innovation calls for team members who will build trust, obsess over excellence, lead innovation, and deepen connections within our community. We are guided by our core values, and we’re looking for someone who can embody those principles as part of our dynamic and growing team.

Located in a trailblazing, adventure-loving town at the base of the Cascades, Snoqualmie Valley Health is an independent public hospital district serving a vibrant community that thrives on both adventure and connection. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to be part of something bigger.

OBJECTIVE SUMMARY: Under general supervision, this position is responsible for maintaining a high level of cleanliness, aiding in the prevention of cross contamination, controlling bacteria and odor and sustaining an acceptable aseptic condition

Essential Functions

• Maintain floor surfaces in clean and aseptic condition; dust and wet mop, vacuum carpets, Spray buff tile and shampoo carpets when needed.
• Maintain a dust free environment by high dusting flat surfaces (i.e., TV's, light shields and ledges).
• Wash wall surfaces, to keep them clean and free from stains, and clean stairwells.
• Move furniture; replace soiled cubical curtains and window drapes.
• Complete required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.
• Stock linens water and other non-clinical supplies as needed.
• Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances.
• Maintain clean environment in patient rooms, sweep and mop tile floors and/or vacuum carpet. Dust furniture, light shields, base boards, ledges and window sills.
• Clean patient rest rooms, vanity area, shower and commode.
• Remove trash from patient rooms, nurse’s stations, nurse servers and public areas.
• Clean discharge beds by washing complete bed and mattresses including springs, crevices, head and foot boards, frame and casters.
• Clean nurse’s stations, utility rooms, waiting rooms, public rest rooms and keep in orderly condition.
• Wash walls, doors, and interior glass to keep them free of dust and fingerprints.
• Perform Discharge cleans and Terminal cleans on all areas needed. Log these in Housekeepers Log Book
• Remove all trash and Biohazard waste from hospital and deposit into the appropriate receptor.
• Clean trash carts trash cans and Biohazard waste containers as needed.
• Collect Sharps Containers from the nurses’ stations and patient floors and place in the Bio Hazard room following all safety precautions.
• Keep area around the dumpster clean.
• Understand all safety policies and follow proper use of PPE’s at all times.
• Maintain cleanliness in clinical/office areas including damp wipe furniture, fixtures, counter tops, telephones, file cabinets, ledges, base tile, etc.
• Maintain clean, odor free conditions in rest rooms. Clean commodes, wash basins, chrome fixtures and polish mirrors, dust light shields and towel dispensers.
• Keep tile floors and carpeted areas clean and free of soil and debris.
• Empty and clean trash containers.
• Spot wash walls, doors and clean interior glass.
  
  

Skills

• Must be able to read and speak English to comprehend directions for mixing substances and to communicate with staff, patients, and visitors
• Have the ability to understand oral and written instructions
• Ability to train on the job
• Mathematical skills
• Knowledge of handling procedures for infectious and hazardous waste
• Successful completion of patient care/handling protocol training, chemical usage training, and equipment training
• Demonstrated knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to the use of cleaning supplies, materials handling, data entry, personal protective equipment, infection control, and all other relevant tasks of this position acquired through on-the-job training
  
  

PREFERRED EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: Two (2) years’ experience in a healthcare setting or equivalent education/experience. A working knowledge of cleaning procedures, operation and maintenance of power equipment related to this work

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS: Valid Washington State Driver’s license with insurable driving record. CPR certification.

Benefits

We take pride in the benefits package we provide our team members.

Snoqualmie Valley Hospital offers you one medical plan with multiple in-network tiers with Snoqualmie Valley Hospital, Eastside Health, and First Choice/First Health providers/network.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Pharmacy
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life and AD&D
• Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Travel Assistance & ID Theft Protection
• Voluntary Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

Eligibility Requirements - Employees regularly scheduled at least 20 hours per week.

Employee Dependents - Your legal spouse or domestic partner, Dependent children until age 26.

Waiting Period - 1st of the month following your date of hire.

Please Note

• The Flu shot or documented and approved exemption (during Flu season) is a condition of employment.
• Snoqualmie Valley Hospital is a drug-free workplace. We require a drug screening as a part of our onboarding process.