The Environmental Services Worker is responsible for performing routine preventative, restorative and corrective cleaning of the facility. Follows policies and procedures to ensure standards of cleaning/sanitizing are being met. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: + Preferably a high school graduate or equivalent. + Must be able to read and follow simple directions. + Experience in health care or related housekeeping for at least 3 months preferred. + Possesses a strong ability to gain knowledge of cleaning procedures, including the use of chemicals, products, and equipment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: + Should be able to push/pull, lift/move 35lbs, be able to perform moderately difficult manual manipulations such as using a keyboard, writing, and filing for extended periods of time, must be able to perform tasks which require hand-eye coordination such as data entry, typing and using photo copiers. Mobility requirements may include the ability to be stationary at a workstation for a prolonged period time in addition to being able to squat or be mobile for a reasonable length of time and distance. Communication requirements include the ability to comprehend the spoken English language in addition to being able to communicate and read the English language. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: + Performs daily cleaning and sanitizing using the “Seven Step Cleaning Process,” including removing general and regulated medical waste or project work in each assigned area. + Communicate daily with patients, nursing staff, physicians, and immediate supervisors regarding room discharge and miscellaneous cleaning. Communicate with supervisors to attend to specific projects for each unit. + Maintains cleaning cart(s), supplies, and equipment by properly stocking and restocking the environmental services cart neatly and orderly. + Responsible for using basic housekeeping equipment, i.e., mop pails, mops, dust mops, wiping cloths, standard upright vacuums, and cleaning equipment (buffers, automatic scrubbers, carpet extractors, wide-area vacuums). + Responsible for cleaning and disinfecting rooms with the approved cleaning agents, including EPA-registered disinfectants, for locations and surfaces with potential for exposure to infectious diseases. + Responsible for moving and setting up equipment, furniture, and other assigned items. + Additional tasks and duties as assigned. Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest, or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, or domestic violence victim status. Salary Range: $15.92-20.87/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.