Organization Overview, Mission, Vision, and Values
Our mission is to improve the health of people in the communities we serve through compassionate, high-quality care, prevention, and wellness education. Washington Regional Medical System is a community-owned, locally governed, non-profit health care system located in Northwest Arkansas in the heart of Fayetteville, which is consistently ranked among the Best Places to live in the country. Our 425-bed medical center has been named the #1 hospital in Arkansas for five consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report. We employ 3,200+ team members and serve the region with over 45 clinic locations, the area’s only Level II trauma center, and five Centers of Excellence - the Washington Regional J.B. Hunt Transport Services Neuroscience Institute; Washington Regional Walker Heart Institute; Washington Regional Women and Infants Center; Washington Regional Total Joint Center; and Washington Regional Pat Walker Center for Seniors.
Position Summary
The EVS Tech I reports to the Environmental Services Manager and is responsible for the daily cleaning and disinfection of patient and non-patient areas to support a safe, sanitary healing environment. This position has frequent interaction with staff, visitors, and patients and is expected to demonstrate courteous, service-oriented communication.
Essential Position Responsibilities
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Follow departmental policies and manufacturer instructions for the safe handling, dilution, and use of cleaning/disinfecting chemicals and equipment.
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Stock and maintain the EVS supply cart/closet (e.g., liners, microfiber, paper products, disinfectants) at the beginning and end of each shift.
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Clean and disinfect patient rooms, offices, restrooms, corridors, and other assigned areas according to established schedules and standards.
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Perform discharge/terminal cleaning and enhanced cleaning for isolation rooms as assigned, following infection prevention precautions.
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Collect, remove, and properly dispose of trash, linen, and waste, including regulated medical waste, in accordance with hospital policy.
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Replenish disposable items such as soap, paper towels, toilet paper, gloves, and sanitizer dispensers as assigned.
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Clean and disinfect equipment and furniture (e.g., beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, tables) per unit workflow and EVS procedures.
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Respond promptly to calls for service including spills, bodily fluid cleanups, and room/equipment turnarounds; place appropriate wet-floor signage and follow safety protocols.
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Dust and spot-clean high and low surfaces, vents, ledges, and other touchpoints; focus on high-touch areas to reduce infection risk.
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Use required personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow Standard/Transmission-Based Precautions as applicable.
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Use assigned tracking system and approved electronic devices to receive, document, and close tasks; communicate status updates as needed.
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Provide positive customer service and maintain patient privacy and confidentiality while interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
Qualifications
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Education: High school diploma or GED, preferred.
- Licensure and Certifications: N/A
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Experience: Previous housekeeping experience in a hospital setting, preferred.
Work Environment: This position spends the majority of time standing and/or walking while pushing, pulling, lifting, and/or carrying up to 50 lbs. Occasional sitting may be required while performing work in a standard office environment (e.g., documentation, training). The employee must have the ability to read, write, and speak English. This position may be exposed to industrial-strength cleaning chemicals, body fluids, and communicable diseases and must follow all required safety and infection prevention practices.
Qualifications
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Education: High school diploma or GED, preferred.
- Licensure and Certifications: N/A
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Experience: Previous housekeeping experience in a hospital setting, preferred.
