What are the responsibilities and job description for the Environmental Services EVS Attendant position at St. Lukes Nursing Center?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Services (EVS) Attendant to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment within healthcare facilities or similar settings. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to sanitation standards, safety protocols, and customer service excellence. As an EVS Attendant, you will play a vital role in supporting infection prevention and control efforts while ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a safe healthcare environment through diligent cleaning, sanitation, and environmental maintenance.
Duties
- Perform thorough cleaning and disinfecting of patient rooms, corridors, restrooms, and common areas using appropriate cleaning agents and equipment.
- Handle laundry operations efficiently, including sorting, washing, folding, and distributing linens according to hospital protocols.
- Utilize proper chemical handling procedures to ensure safe use of cleaning agents while adhering to OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) standards.
- Operate cleaning equipment such as floor buffers, vacuums, and steam cleaners to maintain high standards of cleanliness across all areas.
- Follow strict safety protocols during manual handling tasks involving heavy lifting or movement of furniture and supplies to prevent injuries.
- Maintain accurate documentation of cleaning activities and supply inventory levels for accountability and quality assurance.
- Support infection prevention efforts by adhering to healthcare-specific sanitation procedures and safety guidelines at all times.
- Respond promptly to special cleaning requests or emergency spill situations with professionalism and efficiency.
Skills
- Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations related to chemical handling, manual handling, and workplace safety practices.
- Proven experience in healthcare facilities housekeeping or custodial roles within hospitals or clinics.
- Strong understanding of environmental services operations including sanitation standards specific to healthcare settings.
- Ability to operate various cleaning equipment safely and effectively while maintaining high cleanliness standards.
- Excellent customer service skills with a respectful approach towards patients, staff, and visitors.
- Familiarity with hospital infection prevention protocols and healthcare sanitation best practices.
- Physical stamina for heavy lifting, prolonged standing, bending, and manual tasks required for comprehensive cleaning duties.
- Attention to detail in executing cleaning procedures accurately and consistently according to established guidelines.
Join our team as an Environmental Services Attendant to ensure a pristine environment that promotes health, safety, and comfort for all who enter our facility!
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $18