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CommonSpirit Health

Environmental Svcs Tech

CommonSpirit Health, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Responsible for completing as assigned, daily occupied and discharge/transfer cleaning and disinfection of patient care areas, equipment, and other common areas.

Performs duties while demonstrating a working knowledge of the health care cleaning and disinfecting principles and requirements. Displays safe chemical use and equipment handling for all items within the healthcare environment.

Adheres to all organization safety, risk management and infection control guidelines and standards while promoting a culture of safety.

Actively participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives, including but not limited to initiatives to improve patient experience and cleanliness metrics.

Maintains cleaning cart(s), supplies, and equipment, as outlined in the Standard Work cart set up.

Removes waste and transports to the appropriate disposal area while identifying proper waste stream handling (i.e. regulated medical, recycle, solid, and hazardous) in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements.

Follows all infection prevention practices, including but not limited to: proper cleaning and disinfection protocols, hand hygiene, standard and isolation precautions, proper donning and doffing of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Recognizes and adheres to patient privacy requirements (HIPAA).

Job Requirements Minimum Qualifications

None

Required Education and Experience

None

Preferred Education and Experience

High School Graduate - General Studies;

High School GED - General Studies;

Previous healthcare experience.

Required Licensure and Certifications

None

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

Can distinguish the differences between levels of disinfection and perform low and intermediate level disinfection.

Ability to explain orally or in writing the differences between levels of disinfection and perform intermediate level disinfection in areas where required.

Ability to operate necessary equipment/machines.

Effectively uses computers and mobile devices. Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others. Communicates orally or in writing openly and candidly, creates an environment where co-workers and team members reciprocate in kind. Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others. Ability to work without close supervision.

Work at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, a leader in research and clinical excellence.

Pay Range: $15.00 - $18.32 /hour

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