EVS Associate - Jefferson Cherry Hill (Per Diem, Evening)

Requirements

• 6 months to 1 year of experience in housekeeping or cleaning in a healthcare environment preferred but not required.
• Salary Range
• $17.00 to $20.84 Hourly The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.
• Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.)
• Work Shift
• Rotating (United States of America)
• Worker Sub Type
• Regular Employee Entity
• Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc Primary Location Address
• 2201 Chapel Ave West & Cooper Landing Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States of America
• Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origi

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Job Details Per Diem position for evening shifts (3-11:30pm) during weekdays and weekends as needed. The Environmental Services (EVS) Associate aides in maintaining a high quality standard of housekeeping. This includes performing cleaning functions in assigned areas while following assigned schedules and specific methods to provide patients, visitors, and staff with a sanitary, orderly, and safe patient care environment. EVS Associates aid in prevention of cross contamination, controlling bacteria, odor, and sustaining acceptable aseptic conditions. They may assist with moves, recycling, delivery of supplies, and the removal of trash and biohazard waste. Job Description Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Establishes and maintains clean, sanitary, and safe environment in assigned work areas by following departmental policies and procedures (20%) Proper disposal of biohazards according to EPA and OSHA codes and regulations. Handle the disposal of environmental Contaminants such as: batteries, thermometers (mercury), and needles. Keep biohazard food and loading area safe and clean of debris. (20%) Maintains equipment, clean carts, buckets, floor machines, other equipment, and supply closets to give the hospital a professional appearance. (20%) Must comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, and other hazardous substances. (5%) Follows hospital/departmental policy on hand hygiene. (5%) Completes and maintains all carpet and hard surface flooring in accordance with departmental procedures. (10%) Observes safety precautions when pushing equipment. Reports faulty mechanical, structural or electrical problem in accordance with safety policy creating an environment of safety (5%) Utilizes wet floor signs to prevent slippage by patients, employees, and visitors in accordance with safety policy. Performs duties in compliance with policy and safety practices. (5%) Converses with patients and visitors using scripting to establish dialogue and extend every possible courtesy. Demonstrates high standards of conduct in the work environment to make Jefferson the choice for patients and employees. (5%) Assist with the moving of furniture, equipment, supplies, recycling, and set-ups by request of the supervisor and/or staff. (5%) Respond to pages or phone calls in a timely fashion. Performs other duties as assigned. Education: High School Graduate or equivalent preferred.

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