Environmental Services Aide Associate

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Responsible for the distribution and storage of reusable linen, garments, and other items. Provides cleaning services to ensure a safe, sanitary, comfortable, and homelike environment for residents, staff, and the public. Handles, folds, sorts, processes, and transports laundry and linen throughout the facility to maintain adequate supplies for resident needs. Performs duties in accordance with facility policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations, to support an environment that enhances residents’ quality of life.

• Operates sterilizers and electric cleaning equipment to dispose of infectious waste and maintain facility cleanliness.
• Follows safety procedures, wears required safety equipment, and reports unsafe conditions.
• Records and adjusts sterilizer temperatures to maintain compliance with regulations.
• Inspects and maintains equipment, performing preventative maintenance and documenting findings.
• Cleans and disinfects patient rooms, operating rooms, common areas, and furnishings according to policies and schedules.
• Mixes and uses cleaning chemicals and solutions as required.
• Collects, sorts, and processes soiled linen and laundry, maintaining infection control standards.
• Stocks cleaning carts and supplies, replenishes bathroom items, and secures housekeeping materials.
• Disposes of trash, bio-hazardous, and other waste materials in accordance with facility policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent experience

0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

N/A

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (< 10% - 50% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (< 10% - 50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods:
  1. Never
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion:
  3. Intermittent (< 10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• I. Working in confined spaces:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (< 10% - 50% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel:
  1. Never
• L. Loud noises:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• M. Temperature extremes:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste:
  3. Intermittent (< 10% - 50% of the time)
• O. Radiation:
  1. Never
• P. Burns:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Q. Cuts/Punctures:
  3. Intermittent (< 10% - 50% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:
  2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:
  1. Never
• T.…