Environmental Services Aide

## Environmental Services Aide Apply remote type:
On-site only, not eligible for remote work locations:
St. Claire Regional Med Center time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition : R-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.
** Job Description**:##

Job Summary Responsible for maintaining a sterile and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Ensures thorough cleaning and sanitation of all areas to prevent the spread of disease and infection. Performs comprehensive floor maintenance to uphold cleanliness and safety standards. Supports positive patient outcomes by adhering to strict hygiene protocols. Collaborates with team members to achieve a healthy and welcoming facility.

## Essential Functions
• Performs assigned environmental services tasks according to policies and procedures.
• Uses appropriate solutions, chemicals, materials, and equipment in assigned areas.
• Demonstrates and promotes safety in all tasks and proper waste disposal.
• Performs floor care and maintenance for hard surfaces and carpeting.
• Cleans and maintains floor equipment, requesting assistance as needed.
• Interfaces with department leaders to support orientation and training.
• Trains and oversees onboarding of new hires to ensure consistency.
• Maintains and updates training materials and educates employees on policy changes.
• Observes employees to ensure adherence to procedures and proper chemical use.
• Performs other duties as assigned. ## Education Requirement High school diploma or equivalent experience ## Experience Requirement2-3 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. ## Certifications & LicensuresN/A ## Working Conditions

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:
1. Never

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. Combative/violent people:
1. Never

U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A ## Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 pounds.

Also involves intermittent repetitive motion; occasional work in confined spaces; some exposure to risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning equipment or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and blood borne or airborne pathogens. ## Additional

Job Description sN/A
** Department**:

Environmental Services
** Shift**:

Day (United States of America)
** Time Type:
** Full time
** Address**:222 Medical Circle
** City, State**:

Morehead, Kentucky #J-18808-Ljbffr