Environmental Services Specialist Days

Howard University Hospital Washington DC

Role Summary

As an Environmental Services Specialist at Howard University Hospital you will help create the safe clean and welcoming environment that our patients families and staff depend on every day. Reporting to the Operations Manager EVS you will deliver environmental and janitorial services across patient rooms clinical units offices public spaces and exterior areas applying your training in infection control equipment operation and HUH safety standards to support our mission of delivering exceptional patient-centered care.

If you take pride in your work value being part of a team that makes a real difference for patients and want to contribute to one of the most respected academic medical centers in the country wed love to meet you.

What Youll Do

• Perform routine cleaning of patient rooms nursing units offices clinical areas waiting areas lobbies lounges restrooms corridors elevators stairwells and the building exterior to established performance standards
• Operate cleaning equipment including high- and low-speed buffers automatic scrubbers pressure washers vacuums shampooers extractors burnishers steam machines baseboard machines and restroom cleaning machines; maintain assigned equipment in safe working order
• Empty trash containers replace liners and clean container exteriors with damp cloth; transport trash and hazardous waste to designated disposal areas
• Replenish expendable supplies including soap toilet tissue and paper towels
• Follow universal precautions blood-borne pathogen procedures and proper personal protective equipment (PPE) use when cleaning patient care areas
• Observe safety precautions and established procedures when using equipment and cleaning supplies; identify needed repairs (painting plumbing carpentry electrical) and report them to your Supervisor or designee
• Report safety hazards promptly per policy
• Maintain patient and family confidentiality at all times and adhere to the Health Sciences Compliance Program Howard University Code of Ethics Health Sciences Standards of Conduct and HIPAA Privacy requirements
• Attend annual and periodic mandatory Compliance training and participate in performance improvement activities
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum one (1) year of environmental services or janitorial work experience required; healthcare facility experience strongly preferred
• Working knowledge of universal precautions blood-borne pathogen procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate a variety of high-powered cleaning equipment
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and apply sound judgment to detailed but involved tasks
• Strong customer service orientation with the ability to interact courteously and professionally with patients families visitors and staff
• Effective time management problem-solving and adaptability skills

Physical Requirements

This is a physically active role requiring frequent walking and standing with periodic bending squatting kneeling twisting and lifting or carrying up to 35 lbs. Heavier loads are moved with the assistance of equipment.

About Howard University Hospital

Howard University Hospital (HUH) is the nations only teaching hospital located on the campus of a historically Black university. With a legacy dating back to 1862 when it operated as Freedmens Hospital providing care and refuge to those who had been denied it elsewhere HUH has grown into one of the most comprehensive healthcare facilities in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area and is a designated DC Level 1 Trauma Center. Today HUH continues its proud tradition of delivering exemplary patient-centered and culturally responsive care to the community while providing exceptional learning and professional development opportunities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.

What We Offer

• Work-life balance
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Competitive comprehensive benefit plans including health disability vacation sick leave and 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition remission at Howard University for you and/or eligible dependent children up to two (2) courses per semester
• A mission-driven environment rooted in over 150 years of excellence service and advocacy for the communities we serve

Position Details

Pay & Schedule

This is a full-time non-exempt position covered under the Local 2094 collective bargaining agreement. Pay range: $17.00 $27.20/hr in accordance with the applicable CBA wage schedule and based on experience and qualifications.

Compliance Statements

Culture of Care: Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability learning and patient safety.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other status protected by applicable law.

Reasonable Accommodation: Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact the Human Resources Department at .

Pay Transparency: Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience education internal equity and other relevant factors.

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position.