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Bronson Healthcare · 15 hours ago

EVS Technician (Lab)- Kalamazoo Full Time 80hrs/pp

Greater Kalamazoo Area

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Bronson Healthcare is a compassionate and resilient organization seeking an Environmental Service Technician to join their team at Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo. The role focuses on maintaining cleanliness and infection control across the hospital, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.

Health CareHospitalMedicalNon ProfitPrimary and Urgent Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Clean and sanitize patient rooms (both occupied and unoccupied), public areas, surgical areas, and other spaces as assigned

Stock supplies and keep equipment clean and in working order

Follow safety and infection control guidelines to ensure the hospital is always clean and safe

Provide excellent service to both hospital staff and patients

Work closely with the Environmental Services Manager to make sure all tasks are completed to the highest standards

Follow detailed instructions and regularly check your work to meet quality standards

Maintains knowledge of, and complies with, all relevant laws, regulations per CDC, OSHA, the EPA, Joint Commission and policies, procedures and standards necessary for role

Follows all isolation procedures in isolation and contact plus rooms

Detail clean vents, fan fixtures, tops of windows, door frames, wall art, bumpers, furniture and other areas as necessary

Cleans public areas; lobbies, waiting rooms, rest rooms, elevators, utility rooms, exam rooms, offices, stairwells, and other areas assigned

Collects and replaces all sharps and black pharmacy box containers in patient care areas

Documents and maintains records of assigned cleaning tasks

Restocking of supplies in assigned areas as needed

Communicates information and requests as appropriate to the registered nurse and/or patient care assistant

Communicate and provide exceptional service to patients, staff, families and visitors

Maintains confidentiality of patient and unit data per HIPPA regulations

Removes trash and soiled linen from assigned areas and transports to disposal area

Keeps work areas neat and orderly, cleans equipment and assists with other duties as assigned

May operate mechanical floor equipment such as IMops, vacuums, sweepers and other related environmental equipment

Cleans equipment and stores in assigned locations

Direct visitors as necessary

May collect trays from patient rooms

Coordinates activities related to cleaning area with department coordinator as needed

Assumes responsibility for own growth and development; attends regular staff meetings

Actively participates and supports the Bronson Management System by attending huddles and adopting the problem solving methods

Operates ultraviolet (UV) disinfection equipment (Surfacide UV Robot)

Collect, label and organize all Biomedical Waste for pick up by the waste hauler

Collect, transport and take all recycling to compactor or comingle dumpster

Transport waste to appropriate compactor or outside dumpster as needed

Change privacy curtains where needed

Round, inspect and maintain all assigned areas within scope of facility. Areas to include but not limited to: Lab work areas, offices, restrooms, waiting areas, patient procedure rooms, stairwells, receiving dock, ambulatory storage, EVS closets, BIO storage rooms, recycling areas inside and outside, elevator landing, elevator’s inside and out, elevator tracks

Proper use of and maintenance of all assigned floor care machinery. Machinery to include but not limited to: auto scrubbers, corded and battery powered vacuums, iMop, burnishers and side by side scrubbers

Qualification

Infection controlCleaningSanitizingCustomer serviceAttention to detailFollow instructionsWillingness to learnTeamworkCommunication skillsTime management

Required

A positive attitude and a strong desire to help others

Attention to detail and the ability to follow safety and cleanliness guidelines

Ability to work well with a team and follow instructions from supervisors

Good communication skills and a willingness to learn

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and stay focused on the task at hand

Ability to work independently

Must be able to communicate (verbally and in writing) in English (at or above the 8th grade level) with departmental staff and internal and external customers

Must possess interpersonal skills that represent Bronson in a positive and professional manner

Must exhibit excellent customer service skills, thoroughness and time management skills

Must be able to comfortably accept delegation and negotiate task priorities

Ability to lift and/or push supplies and equipment up to 50 pounds

Ability to work while standing on a stepladder at a height of four feet

Good balance is required when performing all duties

Ability to work in confined spaces and occupied areas

Ability to walk stairs when necessary

Ability to handle emergency or crisis situations

Knowledge of and compliance with all relevant laws, regulations per CDC, OSHA, the EPA, Joint Commission and policies, procedures and standards necessary for role

Ability to follow all isolation procedures in isolation and contact plus rooms

Ability to document and maintain records of assigned cleaning tasks

Ability to communicate information and requests as appropriate to the registered nurse and/or patient care assistant

Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and unit data per HIPPA regulations

Ability to operate mechanical floor equipment such as IMops, vacuums, sweepers and other related environmental equipment

Ability to actively participate and support the Bronson Management System by attending huddles and adopting the problem solving methods

Preferred

Previous experience in cleaning is a plus, but not required

Michigan driver's license and insurability may be required

Benefits

Competitive salary

Shift differential pay

Comprehensive Wellness Program

Benefits start on Day 1

Sign-On Bonus

Retention Bonus

Company

Bronson Healthcare

Bronson Healthcare is a not-for-profit, group healthcare organization that provides services ranging from primary care and emergency care.

Founded in 1900

Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.bronsonhealth.com/

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