Environmental Service Tech (Operating Room) Full-Time

Environmental Service Tech (Operating Room) Full-Time

JOB SUMMARY :

Responsible for cleaning the Surgery Department after each case, terminally cleaning the operating rooms, central sterile, staff lounge, staff locker rooms, staff offices, and common areas in the Surgical Department. The Environmental Services Department is responsible for using the appropriate chemicals within standard procedures of OSS. Includes daily floor maintenance of hard surface floors. Required to process all general and medical waste for the hospital using the prescribed method per policy

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION :

Education :

• A High School diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Experience :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

LANGUAGE SKILLS :

Must be proficient in the English language, both verbally and written, in order to communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, physicians, vendors, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Requires standing, walking, sitting, bending, kneeling, climbing, stooping and reaching. Frequently lifting and / or moving up to 50 pounds Fine and gross motor skills and manual dexterity needed to operate some equipment. Frequently works under pressure to meet deadlines or deal with problem situations. Must be able to respond quickly and effectively to an emergency.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT :

Exposed to blood borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, electrical and mechanical hazards, bio-contaminated waste, and unpleasant elements. Subject to stressful situations, long or irregular hours.

The above statements reflect the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified, and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Preferred

High School Diploma / GED or better.

Experience

Preferred

Basic knowledge of the regulatory requirements of handling and disposal of hazardous materials. Basic knowledge of the regulatory requirement for the treatment and disposal of medical waste.

Knowledgeable in the correct use of chemicals, dilution of chemicals, supplies, tools and equipment. When applicable, must also know proper use and procedures to operate the waste compactor and cardboard balers.

Must have a friendly cooperative attitude toward patients, visitors, and all OSS Health staff. Must possess effective verbal communication, reading, basic math and writing skills. Must be able to comprehend and follow both written and verbal instructions and understand English language.

Up to two years of previous experience in Environmental Services in the healthcare industry preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer

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