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Environmental Associate PRN- 2 Shifts per month
Great Benefits! Rochelle Community Hospital operates as an independent and stable hospital.
Rochelle, IL
Job Description
GENERAL APPLICATION INFORMATION: Rochelle Community Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. No sponsorships available
ALL RESUMES AND APPLICATIONS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED THROUGH ILLINOISJOBNETWORK.COM TO BE CONSIDERED. Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Rochelle Community Hospital is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.
POSITION SUMMARY
An Environmental Services Associate will be responsible and accountable for cleaning and disinfecting every area of the hospital, (Dietary Dept. Kitchen, Mechanical rooms, IS phone rooms, and OR 1&2 excluded). Must follow and implement all Quality Assurance Programs and all RCH policies and procedures. Must participate in fulfilling Performance Improve Projects. Must comply with The Joint Commission standards, IDPH and OSHA regulations. Must pass all tests, including; quality assurance, infection control, patient confidentiality, competency and safety. Must be in good health and physical condition and be able to perform all duties as defined below. Must be of generally good disposition and be able to take direction from any supervisory personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
Education
Experience
Work Environment/Physical Demands
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
ALL RESUMES AND APPLICATIONS NEED TO BE SUBMITTED THROUGH ILLINOISJOBNETWORK.COM TO BE CONSIDERED. Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Rochelle Community Hospital is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.
POSITION SUMMARY
An Environmental Services Associate will be responsible and accountable for cleaning and disinfecting every area of the hospital, (Dietary Dept. Kitchen, Mechanical rooms, IS phone rooms, and OR 1&2 excluded). Must follow and implement all Quality Assurance Programs and all RCH policies and procedures. Must participate in fulfilling Performance Improve Projects. Must comply with The Joint Commission standards, IDPH and OSHA regulations. Must pass all tests, including; quality assurance, infection control, patient confidentiality, competency and safety. Must be in good health and physical condition and be able to perform all duties as defined below. Must be of generally good disposition and be able to take direction from any supervisory personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities
- All EVS Associates are responsible for disinfecting all areas (except above exclusions) as the Hospital’s first defense against bacteria and viruses.
- Will maintain the cleanliness of the hospital at all times with regular dusting, wiping, scrubbing, shining of stainless steel, washing all inside windows and mirrors, sweeping, dust mopping, vacuuming, and wet mopping.
- Responsible for keeping toilet paper, paper towel, soap, hand sanitizer, and air freshener dispensers stocked and make certain they are in good working condition by replacing batteries or notifying their supervisor or maintenance dept. of work orders needed.
- Remove all trash and linen from all areas and place in soiled utility rooms for maintenance to remove from hospital.
- Must be willing to use equipment designated for EVS use, i.e.: steamer, floor scrubber and shampooer.
- Must be actively involved in deep cleaning.
- Keep workstations and EVS closets stocked.
- Respond to all calls for EVS.
- Will implement Quality Assurance Program and will complete monthly assignments.
- Assumes other duties as assigned.
- Will track and initial all Performance Improvement projects.
- Must read, understand and maintain terms of Employee Handbook and RCH policies.
- Maintains and respects all patient rights. Maintains and respects all patient related information (confidentiality/HIPPA).
- Must comply with Joint Commission, IDPH, and OSHA regulations.
- Attend at least 80% of all scheduled unit meetings held, and read the meeting minutes.
- Assists in the orientation of new personnel to the unit. Participates in the peer interview process.
- Must be of good disposition and accountable for own conduct and promote good working relationships among staff and between other disciplines and departments.
- Maintain required training and/or education per hospital guidelines.
- Follow and maintain all lawful safety, health requirements and regulations, and follow protocols for required protective equipment for peers, patients and community.
- Promptly report safety issues such hazardous conditions, job-related injury or illness, and seek guidance or treatment.
- Adheres to all professional standards, policies and procedures, federal/state/local requirements and regulatory organizations.
- Maintains strict confidentiality of patient and records.
- Portrays a professional and positive attitude for peers, patients and community.
- Other duties as assigned
Education
- Preferred Level: High School Diploma or GED. Any equivalent combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Must be able to read, write and speak English.
- Must have general knowledge of computer use for e-mail and testing.
Experience
- Must have good communication skills.
- Prior EVS experience preferred but not required.
Work Environment/Physical Demands
- Ability to withstand long periods on your feet.
- Must be physically able to climb ladder, stoop, squat, bend, lift and reach.
- Requires ability to withstand repetitive motions for long periods.
- Medium Lifting, generally lifting not more than 50 lbs. maximum with assistance, with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
- Frequent exposure to blood, bodily fluid, feces, bacteria, virus and communicable diseases, with proper personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.
- The ideal candidate must be able to work and complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
| Rochelle Community Hospital Association position descriptions are guidelines. They are not intended to identify every task that an employee will be asked to do. They are intended to provide a general outline of the work, responsibilities, and qualifications of the position. Employees are expected to provide whatever assistance is needed so that both individual and organizational success can be achieved. |
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
ASAP
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Part Time
Hours per Week
2 shifts/month
Work Hours (i.e. shift)
5a-130p, 130p-10p
Salary and Benefits
Competitive Pay based on experience, Shift Premiums, 401(k) Plan, Employee Assistance Program, Free Fitness Center Membership, Employee Discounts, Career Advancement, Work/Life Balance Environment, Recognition and Rewards, Teamwork, Community-based.
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
1+ years
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