Saratoga Hospital is hiring: Environmental Services Certified Surgical Cleaning

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Certified Surgical Cleaning Technician
Location: Saratoga Hospital, 211 Church Street, Saratoga Springs, NY12866
Employment Type: Full Time
Shift/Schedule: Evening Shift (3:00 PM - 11:00 PM)
shift differential applies!
Department: Environmental Services
Salary Range: $17.25 - $24.63 hourly, based on experience and qualifications

About Saratoga Hospital

At Saratoga Hospital, we’ve built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well-being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach—creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

About the Role

We’re looking for a dedicated EVS Associate to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you’ll be a vital part of our team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment. In this role, you will perform environmental services and sanitation tasks on a daily and as-needed basis. You'll assume responsibility for providing a clean, safe, pleasant environment for patients and staff while ensuring departmental customer service and cleaning standards are maintained. Actively participate in quality assurance and departmental quality incentive activities. Use supplies and equipment in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

• Ensure departmental quality standards are maintained by following proper procedures for cleaning and sanitation of all Operating Room areas to include between-case cleaning, terminal cleaning, and cleaning of all ancillary spaces on a daily basis and in a timely manner.
• Check rooms for any safety hazards including spills, water, etc.
• Utilize chemicals in accordance with OSHA standards while performing daily cleaning and sanitation tasks to ensure a clean, safe, pleasant environment is maintained for patients and staff.
• Follow AHE & AORN cleaning guidelines for operating room areas.
• Utilize safe work practices and follow universal precautions at all times.
• Collect, transport, and dispose of municipal waste, regulated medical waste, sharps, and soiled linen in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Clean, maintain, and store all cleaning equipment and restock supplies at the completion of the shift, reporting any faulty equipment.
• Use hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction.
• Serve as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community.

What You Bring

• Healthcare housekeeping experience preferred
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Certifications / Licensure: AHE CSCT Certification required within one year of start date. Promotion and title change to Tech II once certification is obtained.

Why Saratoga Hospital

• A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust
• Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs
• Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System
• Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs, known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you’re passionate about healthcare and community service—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed—we’d still love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Click the ‘apply’ button to submit your resume and complete our online application. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—apply today and discover what makes Saratoga Hospital a special place to grow your career.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care