Overview:
The environmental services aide, primarily cleans, dusts, polishes furniture, disinfects hospital facilities, including patient and non-patient care areas, removes refuse materials and hazardous waste, moves furniture and equipment while restocking supplies within all facilities of the hospital.
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions
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Follows directions and performs work according to department standards.
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Knows and utilizes the 7 step cleaning procedure, scoring 85% or greater upon inspections.
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Demonstrates consistent application of AIDET customer service principles when interacting with patient and visitors.
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Cleaned rooms are left in a neat and organized condition upon readiness for patient use.
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Secures cleaning supplies and equipment when left unattended.
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Follows proper chemical mixing guidelines.
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Follows universal precaution protocols and Infection Control procedures.
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Performs additional tasks as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required
Education/Licensure: None required, High School Diploma or GED Recommended.
Experience: No previous experience required, some clinical cleaning experience preferred.
