GENERAL SUMMARY/OVERVIEW STATEMENT:In addition to performing any or all of the tasks performed by the Environmental Services Aide I this position performs project work not normally a part of the daily cleaning routine. This position also performs specialized cleaning procedures for critical care areas such as operating rooms dialysis emergency services and ICUs. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Completes work in assigned areas by cleaning sanitizing and polishing environmental surfaces according to departmental and hospital policies & procedures Cleans (on a daily & routine basis) horizontal & vertical surfaces including (but not limited to) patient rooms lavatories offices corridors stairwells elevators treatment rooms special care areas conference rooms locker rooms lounges and public areas Uses a variety of chemicals and equipment including (but not limited to) germicidal detergent bleach window cleaner all purpose cleaner stripper floor finish bucket/wringer floor machine vacuum cleaner carpet extractor escalator machine and a variety of hand toolsEmpties/relines soiled laundry waste & RMW containers according to department procedures. Contains & transports soiled laundry waste & RMW to disposal site.Cleans & prepares postdischarge patient rooms according to department proceduresPeriodically removes & rehangs window curtains & cubicle curtainsUses mechanical equipment & specialized processes to clean strip refinish & burnish hardsurface flooring. Shampoos & extracts carpeting & upholsteryPerforms specialized cleaning in critical areas requiring aseptic technique and complex processesRoutinely moves furniture/equipment utilizing dollies and hand carts Secures dysfunctional equipment against unauthorized use. Reports breakdowns to supervisor Performs other similar or related duties that may be assigned or as necessary. Night Shift11:00pm 7:30amWeekends and HolidaysQUALIFICATIONS:Basic ability to speak and understand English (oral & written)SKILLS/ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:Requires physical ability to bend stoop reach & climb ladders. Must be able to lift in excess of 50lbs several times per shift (e.g. waste & soiled laundry handling). Must be able to perform repetitive motions in the process of drymopping wet mopping vacuuming and hand scrubbing. Must be able to operate & control highpowered equipment.Requires moderate level of verbal communication skills to interact with patients visitors & staff often under stressful situationsRequires technical knowledge of general & specialized cleaning procedures & productsWORKING CONDITIONS:Modern updated facilities with exposure to blood vomit feces urine dirt fumes & odors
Brigham and Womens Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion national origin sexual orientation protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.