Environmental Services Project Worker Internal Only
Schenectady, NY - USA
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Job Summary
Summary
Environmental Services Project Worker
Do you take pride in creating a clean safe environment and want to contribute to the health and well being of patients visitors and staff Do you thrive in a team environment where communication collaboration and compassion guide your work At Ellis Medicine the countys premier healthcare provider we are committed to these values and work every day to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. If this describes you we want to speak with you about our Environmental Services Project Worker position.
WHAT WILL YOU GET AT ELLIS MEDICINE
Comprehensive and affordable Health Dental and Vision insurance starting Day One
Generous paid time off including 6 paid holidays
Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
Retirement plan (403b) with company match after meeting eligibility
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
Free yearlong unlimited CDTA Navigator Pass (includes CDTA bike-share)
Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
Employerpaid Life Insurance
WHAT WILL YOU DO AS AN ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES PROJECT WORKER
Under the direction of the Environmental Services Supervisor/Team Leader performs routine and specialized cleaning tasks to ensure a safe sanitary environment for patients visitors and staff. Responsibilities include daily cleaning terminal cleaning floor care waste removalincluding bio-hazard materialsand use of specialized cleaning equipment.
Responsibilities:
Safety: Follow cleaning and sanitizing standards; handle general and regulated medical waste properly.
Cleaning & Sanitation: Perform sevenstep cleaning terminal cleaning carpet extraction spot cleaning flood response and restorative cleaning.
Floor Care: Strip refinish burnish and maintain various floor types using specialized equipment.
Equipment: Operate buffers auto-scrubbers vacuums carpet extractors and other EVS equipment.
Communication: Coordinate daily needs with nursing staff supervisors and unit leadership.
Customer Service: Interact respectfully with patients families and staff.
Support Tasks: Assist with moving equipment/furniture and complete additional duties as assigned.
WHAT WILL YOU NEED TO BE AN ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES PROJECT WORKER
Requirements:
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
Ability to read and follow written instructions
At least 12 months of healthcare or related housekeeping experience preferred
Ability to learn proper cleaning procedures chemical usage and equipment operation
Ability to push/pull up to 100 lbs. lift/move up to 50 lbs. and perform manual tasks
Ability to speak and read English for safe equipment operation and communication
Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to and will prohibit discrimination on the basis of race creed color religion sex/gender (including pregnancy) age national origin disability (including pregnancy-related conditions) genetic information predisposition or carrier status military or veteran status prior arrest or conviction record marital or familial status sexual orientation transgender status gender identity gender expression reproductive health decisions domestic violence victim status known relationship or association with any member of a protected class and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal state and where applicable local laws reproductive health decisions or source of payment consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.
Salary Range:$16.72- 21.92/hour Pay is based on experience skills and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the state.
About Company
Ellis Medicine is reinventing the way healthcare is delivered. We’re committed to seeking new solutions that achieve better outcomes, reduce hospital stays and lower costs for every patient we treat.