Copy of Environmental Services Technician (Part time)
Hayden Surgery Center, Hayden, ID, United States
Environmental Services Technician (EVS)
Position: Environmental Services Technician Reports To: Facilities Engineer
Position Summary
The Environmental Services (EVS) Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the ambulatory surgery center. This role supports infection prevention efforts by ensuring proper cleaning and disinfection of clinical and non-clinical areas in accordance with AAAHC standards, CDC guidelines, and facility policies.
Key Responsibilities
Cleaning & Disinfection: Perform daily cleaning and disinfection of operating rooms, pre-op and PACU areas, procedure rooms, waiting areas, restrooms, offices, and common spaces. Follow approved cleaning agents per manufacturer instructions. Disinfect high-touch surfaces routinely.
Surgical/Clinical Support: Perform terminal cleaning of ORs. Assist with room turnover cleaning. Maintain cleanliness of patient care equipment and surfaces.
Waste & Linen Management: Dispose of regular waste, regulated medical waste, and sharps per policy. Handle soiled linen per infection control policy.
Infection Prevention & Safety: Follow PPE and bloodborne pathogen protocols. Participate in infection control initiatives. Report hazards or incidents.
Inventory & Supplies: Maintain cleaning supplies and PPE. Ensure proper chemical storage and labeling.
Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to AAAHC and OSHA standards. Maintain required documentation and logs. Participate in surveys and quality activities.
Skills & Competencies
- Attention to detail - Infection prevention knowledge - Ability to work independently - Strong reliability - Effective communication
Work Environment
Ambulatory surgery center specializing in orthopedic procedures. Exposure to clinical areas and regulated waste. Must follow PPE requirements.
Reporting Structure
Reports to Facilities Engineer / Collaborates with Infection Preventionist
Additional Expectations
- Maintain HIPAA confidentiality - Demonstrate professionalism - Support patient safety and quality care
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Healthcare EVS experience preferred.
- Knowledge of infection control practices preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged standing and walking
- Lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
- Frequent bending and reaching
- Exposure to chemicals and biohazards
Position: Environmental Services Technician Reports To: Facilities Engineer
Position Summary
The Environmental Services (EVS) Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment throughout the ambulatory surgery center. This role supports infection prevention efforts by ensuring proper cleaning and disinfection of clinical and non-clinical areas in accordance with AAAHC standards, CDC guidelines, and facility policies.
Key Responsibilities
Cleaning & Disinfection: Perform daily cleaning and disinfection of operating rooms, pre-op and PACU areas, procedure rooms, waiting areas, restrooms, offices, and common spaces. Follow approved cleaning agents per manufacturer instructions. Disinfect high-touch surfaces routinely.
Surgical/Clinical Support: Perform terminal cleaning of ORs. Assist with room turnover cleaning. Maintain cleanliness of patient care equipment and surfaces.
Waste & Linen Management: Dispose of regular waste, regulated medical waste, and sharps per policy. Handle soiled linen per infection control policy.
Infection Prevention & Safety: Follow PPE and bloodborne pathogen protocols. Participate in infection control initiatives. Report hazards or incidents.
Inventory & Supplies: Maintain cleaning supplies and PPE. Ensure proper chemical storage and labeling.
Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to AAAHC and OSHA standards. Maintain required documentation and logs. Participate in surveys and quality activities.
Skills & Competencies
- Attention to detail - Infection prevention knowledge - Ability to work independently - Strong reliability - Effective communication
Work Environment
Ambulatory surgery center specializing in orthopedic procedures. Exposure to clinical areas and regulated waste. Must follow PPE requirements.
Reporting Structure
Reports to Facilities Engineer / Collaborates with Infection Preventionist
Additional Expectations
- Maintain HIPAA confidentiality - Demonstrate professionalism - Support patient safety and quality care
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Healthcare EVS experience preferred.
- Knowledge of infection control practices preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged standing and walking
- Lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs
- Frequent bending and reaching
- Exposure to chemicals and biohazards