Environmental Services Specialist

Environmental Services Specialist – Insight Surgical Hospital

Under the supervision of the Environmental Services Lead, the Environmental Services Specialist cleans assigned areas, maintains supplies, and facilitates rapid turnover from case to case or patient to patient. They apply aseptic technique, general cleaning, standard precautions, use personal protective equipment, and safely use chemical cleaners. The role requires working under pressure, demonstrating patience, tact, stamina, and endurance, and assisting other departments as needed.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• 401(k) with matching; vested fully at 3 months of employment and eligibility to contribute
• Short & long disability and life term insurance, complementary to full‑time employment
• Additional supplementary coverages offered at employee's elections:
  Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, AD&D, etc.

• Takes initiative to perform tasks without supervision
• Applies appropriate techniques to adhere to cleaning standards
• Wipes down designated areas containing blood or other bodily fluids and disinfects the area of contact
• Coordinates with hospital staff in a professional manner to clean patient rooms
• Operates various types of cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, washing machines, etc.
• Responds to hospital cleaning needs in a timely manner
• Maintains and monitors cleaning supplies inventory
• Disposes of trash and biohazard waste using proper techniques
• Establishes a regular cleaning schedule for all areas of the facility
• Other duties as assigned

• Demonstrates eligibility to work for any employer in the U.S.
• High school diploma, GED, or suitable equivalent required
• Previous experience preferred in hygiene and environmental control
• Previous experience cleaning and disinfecting sensitive biological materials desired
• Demonstrates skill in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective use of chemical cleaning agents and safety instructions, or understands translation of English to assure the above
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and drive
• Exudes respect and flexibility to impact the workplace in a positive manner
• Willingness to participate in goal‑setting and educational activities for own growth and advancement
• Ability to relate and work effectively with hospital staff
• Is aware of standards of cleaning and performs in accordance with them
• Able to remain on task and be self‑motivated
• Able to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Must be prompt and reliable
• Ability to provide assistance outside normal job duties
• Demonstrates a high level communication
• Ability to handle biological materials compliantly