Advocate Health Care
EVS Tech II - Full Time Day (Advocate Health Care)
Base pay range: $19.45/hr - $29.20/hr
Major Responsibilities
Scrub, strip, polish, and refinish floors using appropriate equipment and/or supplies.
Operate various types of cleaning equipment, both mechanical and electrical (e.g., ringers, vacuum, electric floor machines, sweepers, etc.).
Clean or sanitize after emergency spills as requested.
Analyze floor or carpet conditions and determine proper cleaning techniques, following department processes.
Maintain hard surface floors and carpets following department process.
Exhibit timely and satisfactory completion of all job assignments.
Exercise initiative by seeking additional tasks from group leader or other associates when time permits.
Use and maintain equipment, keeping it clean and in good repair.
Keep work area in orderly, clean, and safe condition.
Waste Management
Collect hazardous and medical waste according to hospital processes/DOT/RSPA training provided hazardous and pharmaceutical.
Replace and transport sharps containers to waste staging area.
Collect soiled linen.
Remove and dispose of rubbish from selected areas, following safety guidelines.
Separate regular and recycle trash according to procedure.
Operate waste compactors safely and efficiently.
Clean and/or sanitize all garbage/waste disposal containers.
Customer Satisfaction
Display patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
Present department in a positive manner to all contacts.
Maintain courteous and pleasant attitude to patients, families and other contacts.
Maintain confidential patient and departmental information.
Utilize AIDET with both internal and external customers, meeting system goal.
Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with fellow associates.
Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Support Services
Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops, and community affairs according to specifications of responsible department/individual as required.
Relocate furniture, equipment, etc., as requested.
Complete terminal cleans as needed.
Cross-Training
Perform discharge room cleans following hospital process.
Perform OR cleaning following hospital processes.
Complete Housekeeping Aide duties as needed.
Professional Growth & Competence
Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and in‑services.
Complete annual CBTs required.
Follow written department goals and objectives, and review annually with Manager.
Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation.
Attendance & Punctuality
Maintain proper attendance requirement outlined in the Hospital Policy and Procedure Manual.
Plan for special days off in advance and submit written requests for time off to department management for approval per departmental guidelines.
Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy.
Provide adequate notice to department management for absences, and in accordance to departmental policy call two hours prior to the beginning of shift.
Qualifications
High School Diploma / GED or equivalent work experience.
1–2 years of prior housekeeping experience preferred.
Basic computer skills preferred.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading and comprehending chemical labels and other safety materials).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required: Able to operate small electrical equipment such as vacuum cleaners.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Job responsibilities involve walking, standing, bending, climbing, and lifting throughout the workday. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or lift with at least one other associate when available. Unique lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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Major Responsibilities
Scrub, strip, polish, and refinish floors using appropriate equipment and/or supplies.
Operate various types of cleaning equipment, both mechanical and electrical (e.g., ringers, vacuum, electric floor machines, sweepers, etc.).
Clean or sanitize after emergency spills as requested.
Analyze floor or carpet conditions and determine proper cleaning techniques, following department processes.
Maintain hard surface floors and carpets following department process.
Exhibit timely and satisfactory completion of all job assignments.
Exercise initiative by seeking additional tasks from group leader or other associates when time permits.
Use and maintain equipment, keeping it clean and in good repair.
Keep work area in orderly, clean, and safe condition.
Waste Management
Collect hazardous and medical waste according to hospital processes/DOT/RSPA training provided hazardous and pharmaceutical.
Replace and transport sharps containers to waste staging area.
Collect soiled linen.
Remove and dispose of rubbish from selected areas, following safety guidelines.
Separate regular and recycle trash according to procedure.
Operate waste compactors safely and efficiently.
Clean and/or sanitize all garbage/waste disposal containers.
Customer Satisfaction
Display patience and tact when dealing with other hospital personnel.
Present department in a positive manner to all contacts.
Maintain courteous and pleasant attitude to patients, families and other contacts.
Maintain confidential patient and departmental information.
Utilize AIDET with both internal and external customers, meeting system goal.
Demonstrate ability to identify and resolve interpersonal conflicts constructively when dealing with fellow associates.
Demonstrate a positive, supportive attitude to patient families and other personnel in emergency and non-emergency situations.
Support Services
Arrange furniture for meetings, workshops, and community affairs according to specifications of responsible department/individual as required.
Relocate furniture, equipment, etc., as requested.
Complete terminal cleans as needed.
Cross-Training
Perform discharge room cleans following hospital process.
Perform OR cleaning following hospital processes.
Complete Housekeeping Aide duties as needed.
Professional Growth & Competence
Attend all mandatory departmental and hospital meetings and in‑services.
Complete annual CBTs required.
Follow written department goals and objectives, and review annually with Manager.
Seek education and learning experiences in areas of identified growth needs and review progress during annual evaluation.
Attendance & Punctuality
Maintain proper attendance requirement outlined in the Hospital Policy and Procedure Manual.
Plan for special days off in advance and submit written requests for time off to department management for approval per departmental guidelines.
Request PTO time in accordance with departmental policy.
Provide adequate notice to department management for absences, and in accordance to departmental policy call two hours prior to the beginning of shift.
Qualifications
High School Diploma / GED or equivalent work experience.
1–2 years of prior housekeeping experience preferred.
Basic computer skills preferred.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to communicate effectively in English (reading and comprehending chemical labels and other safety materials).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required: Able to operate small electrical equipment such as vacuum cleaners.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Job responsibilities involve walking, standing, bending, climbing, and lifting throughout the workday. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For lifts over 35 pounds, lifting equipment is expected to be used or lift with at least one other associate when available. Unique lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
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