Environmental Services Aide

Environmental Services Aide Position Summary

The Environmental Services Aide (Floor Care Tech) is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in all areas of the hospital, including patient rooms, public areas, and offices. The EVS Floor Care Technician is responsible for maintaining cleanliness and safety in hospital environments by performing floor care tasks, using appropriate cleaning techniques and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Floor Maintenance: Perform cleaning functions including sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and buffing various floor surfaces. This includes hard floors and carpets, ensuring they are well-maintained and presentable.
• Equipment Operation: Use electric and battery-powered floor care equipment safely and efficiently. This includes operating power equipment for maintenance and cleaning of floors.
• Chemical Handling: Properly use cleaning and maintenance chemicals according to established procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
• Responding to Requests: Adjust daily workflow or area assignments based on facility needs and respond favorably to requests for assistance from other departments.
• Quality Assurance: Follow established organizational policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment, demonstrating principles of cleaning and quality assurance.

Additional Information

Must maintain professionalism in interactions with patients, visitors, and staff.

Demonstrates attention to detail and the ability to follow cleaning protocols.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Prior experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred; Previous experience in floor care required.

Skills: Ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors, and hospital staff. The role may require physical stamina, as it involves standing, walking, and lifting equipment or supplies throughout the shift.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.