Description

Position Summary:

The Environmental Services Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the hospital. This includes patient rooms, clinical areas, offices, and public spaces. The role plays a critical part in infection prevention and patient satisfaction by ensuring all hospital areas are cleaned according to hospital standards, health regulations, and infection control guidelines.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily cleaning and disinfecting of patient rooms, restrooms, exam rooms, and public areas


• Follow proper cleaning protocols for isolation rooms and high-touch surfaces


• Restock supplies such as paper products, hand sanitizers, and soap dispensers


• Operate cleaning equipment such as floor scrubbers, vacuums, and carts


• Handle and dispose of biohazard and regular waste according to safety procedures


• Respond promptly to urgent cleaning requests (e.g., spills, discharges)


• Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including proper PPE use


• Maintain detailed cleaning logs and documentation as required


• Work collaboratively with nursing, facilities, and other departments


• Support a safe and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.


• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.


• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays


• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.

Preferred:

• 6+ months of housekeeping or custodial experience (hospital or healthcare setting preferred)


• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and infection control standards preferred.

Skills and Competencies:

• Attention to detail and cleanliness standards


• Customer service mindset and professional demeanor


• Strong communication and teamwork skills


• Reliability and time management


• Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and respect

Work Environment:

• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and biohazard materials


• Work may involve contact with patients who have communicable illnesses


• Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and pushing carts