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Job Summary
The Housekeeping (Environmental Services) Technician at Union General Hospital is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role directly supports patient safety, infection prevention, and overall hospital operations by following established cleaning standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices, public areas, restrooms, and clinical spaces according to hospital protocols
- Perform terminal cleaning of patient rooms following discharge or transfer
- Properly handle and dispose of medical and non-medical waste in compliance with infection control and safety guidelines
- Clean and restock patient care areas with necessary supplies
- Operate housekeeping equipment such as floor scrubbers, buffers, vacuums, and carts
- Respond promptly to spill clean-ups, isolation rooms, and special cleaning requests
- Follow infection control standards, including use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Identify and report maintenance or safety concerns to the supervisor
- Maintain accurate documentation as required (room cleaning logs, isolation tracking, etc.)
- Provide courteous and respectful service to patients, visitors, and staff at all times
- Perform other duties as assigned by the EVS Supervisor or management
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Previous housekeeping or healthcare experience preferred but not required
- On-the-job training provided
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
- Understanding of infection control and safety practices
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail
- Professional appearance and positive attitude
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach frequently
- Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
- Ability to push/pull housekeeping carts and equipment
- Ability to work in isolation rooms and wear required PPE
Work Environment
- Hospital setting with exposure to cleaning chemicals, bodily fluids, and infectious materials
- May require working weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts
- Adherence to all hospital safety, infection control, and confidentiality policies (HIPAA)
Standards of Performance
- Consistently meets hospital cleaning and infection prevention standards
- Maintains a clean, organized work area
- Demonstrates reliability, punctuality, and professionalism
- Supports a positive patient experience
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