Environmental Services Representative - All Shifts Available - FT / PT / PRN Available

Environmental Services Representative

At Houston Methodist, the Environmental Services (EVS) Representative position maintains environmental and infection control standards within established policies and procedures. This position performs a variety of general cleaning tasks in assigned areas to provide a safe and attractive environment for patients, guests, and staff in accordance with department standards.

People Essential Functions :

• Interacts in a positive, professional manner with patients, family and staff.
• Actively participates in meetings, huddles and with other team members using positive communication.
• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit to achieve optimal results.

Service Essential Functions :

Responds promptly and positively to requests for assistance with directions and information from patients, staff and visitors.

Promptly responds to all assignments to create an environment that is conducive for healing.

Performs efficient room cleaning processes ensuring timely patient admissions.

Quality / Safety Essential Functions :

Follows department process for room cleaning and discharge inspections, as appropriate, with the goal of meeting or exceeding HCAHPS cleanliness scores.

Achieves discharge, daily room cleaning and assigned area turn-around times, as appropriate.

During discharge activity, tracks, logs, and notifies appropriate management of safety and repair needs for equipment.

Follows policies, procedures, and safety rules. Observes standard infection control precautions and complies with OSHA standards.

Communicates and documents any facility or patient related issues to management, as appropriate. Correct minor safety hazards.

Finance Essential Functions :

Appropriately uses and stores chemicals, paper goods, supplies, and equipment utilized during a shift.

Manages time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime.

Growth / Innovation Essential Functions :

Assumes responsibility for growth and development. Participates in continuing education and in-service programs.

Contributes ideas towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of department processes.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business / job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Education :

High School diploma or equivalent education preferred

Work Experience :

One year of experience preferred

Licenses And Certifications - Required :

N / A

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities :

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Demonstrates the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department as appropriate

Multi-task oriented, ability to complete work within designated time frames

Ability to accurately and efficiently perform duties with minimal supervision

Demonstrate efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment and chemicals

Supplemental Requirements :

Work Attire :

Uniform Yes

Scrubs Yes

Business professional No

Other (department approved) Yes

On-Call :

On Call

No

Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

Travel :

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No

May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile :

Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program. Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among the nation's leading health care organizations : Weill Cornell Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the world. Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.