Environmental Services Technician

This position requires daily cleaning and supplying patient rooms, wards, nursing stations, lounges, lavatories, bathrooms, offices, and any other areas assigned in accordance with standard procedures of the department and in accordance with hospital objectives. The EVS Tech will use cleaning devices including wet mops, wringers, dusters, vacuum cleaners, and other necessary tools, chemicals, and supplies. The EVS Tech receives deliveries, unpacks, stores, and distributes items as necessary, inventories and fills supply carts. The EVS Tech prepares materials, documentation and equipment for shipping. The EVS Tech performs other duties as assigned.

What You Will Do

Performs patient care cleaning, employee office and work areas; hard floor/carpet, cleaning, and trash removal; equipment cleaning; window and wall washing. Responsible for isolation techniques related to Environmental Services and overall patient care.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Must have experience with disinfection processes, use of microfiber materials, Roto floor scrubber, power washer, and wet vac. Ability to read/write instructions and orally read. Good vision and hearing. Fully mobile on steps, ladders, etc. Sufficient mobility and dexterity of both arms to safely operate department related equipment.

Requirements

• Valid New York State driver’s license
• Environmental services/general housekeeping duties and processes experience
• One (1) – two (2) years of experience with disinfection processes, use of microfiber materials preferred
• Experience in use of Roto floor scrubber and power washer preferred
• Wet vac use experience preferred

Benefits

• Anticipated Pay Range: The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience.
• Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Eastern Long Island’s Employee Health Services
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).