Environmental Services Lead NE
US-IA-Dubuque
careers
Req #: 168067
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: Environmental Services Lead Shift: Evenings, 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm, for 80 hours per pay period. Holiday and weekend rotation. Full-Time The Environmental Services Lead acts as a working member of the team following the position description requirements of a Floor Tech and Housekeeper. The position is expected to follow all department policies and procedures and can complete any 2nd shift schedule within the department as needs indicate. This position will require opening/closing the 2nd shift in the absence of supervisory staff. This position will be asked to provide orientation/training to new associates and/or follow up for competencies on staff on an on-going basis. All work is to be done in accordance with the standard procedures of the Environmental Services Department in accordance with the hospital objectives. This position may be assigned to manage the EPIC bed tracking system and monitor cleaning progress. Will use cleaning equipment which may include rotos, automatic floor machines, carpet extractors, vacuums, wall washing equipment, cardboard bailer, Xenex robot and other necessary cleaning equipment and supplies. This position is responsible for directing Floor Care Specialists, and Housekeepers in areas assigned in addition to performing cleaning functions. Responsibilities: Education * The associate is aware of hospital and department compliance for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or hospital administrative staff. * Successfully completes hospital-wide orientation, annual hospital competencies and department/unit specific competencies. * For the safety of our patients and co-workers, Finley Hospital requires seasonal and job-related vaccinations. This is reviewed regularly during periodic health assessments. * Promote the philosophy, programs and initiatives of Finley Hospital and the Environmental Services Department. Customer Service * Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the hospital's commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity. * Ability to communicate effectively with the public, patients and staff in a positive, professional manner which promotes Finley's services. * Must have a clear understanding of expected productivity to assure department associates are working at required pace. * Must have a basic understanding of EPIC bed tracking system and be able to assign beds to staff. Key Accountability * Provide total room cleaning on annual basis and recordkeeping of completed rooms. * Report to scene of each fire or fire drill. * Directs staff as assigned in absence of supervisor. Assign work, respond to requests and assures completion. * Perform other duties as needed or assigned as work is expected to vary with changing needs and priorities. * Provides feedback to Supervisor on performance of staff assigned and activities within the department as they affect operations. * Coaching for improvement is expected although does not have authority to discipline associates. * Conduct daily inspections to monitor quality and initiate work requests for necessary repairs. * Maintain assigned equipment for cleanliness and have repairs made when needed. * Coordinate work of associates in assigned areas of responsibility. Qualifications: Education: * Must be at least 18 years old Experience: * Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English * One year of experience in an Environmental Services position is preferred
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