Environmental Svcs Aide - (Surgical Svcs.) na None
None · Sullivan, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite
- Junior
- Escritório em Sullivan
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- High school diploma or GED
- Possesses reading comprehension and writing skills
Experience/Skills
- Thorough introductory training is provided and semi-annual training follows
- Some experience desired in health care, business, or domestic house cleaning
- Knowledge of policies, procedures, safety regulation, infection control standards, and Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) standards
- Performs repetitive cleaning operations throughout the workday
- Follows specific instructions with minimal need for individual judgment
- Demonstrates the correct use of chemicals, supplies, and tools assigned
- Practices the body mechanics principles from initial training
Required Licenses/Certifications
- CPR
Working Conditions/Physical Demands
- Works in a well-lit area with good ventilation
- Likely to encounter heavily soiled areas, and to handle infectious and contaminated material
- Stands, stoops and moves furniture throughout the workday
- Minor lifting required
ROUTINE RESPONSIBILITIES
Before Procedures
- Terminal cleaning and disinfecting of operating rooms prior to the first case.
- Stocking and checking cleaning supplies (approved disinfectant, mop heads, waste bags, PPE)
- Ensure all surfaces, lights, tables, and equipment are dust and debris-free.
- Performs all necessary cleaning duties so the surgery area provides a safe, clean environment throughout
Between Procedures (Turnover Cleaning)
- Removes soiled linens and waste (biohazard, sharps, regular trash). Due to the nature of surgeries, there is a higher chance of blood and bodily fluid exposure.
- Cleans and disinfects OR tables, positioning devices, and equipment used-during the case.
- Wipes down high-touch surfaces: anesthesia machine, monitor surfaces, light handles, door handles.
- Damp mopping floors with hospital-grade disinfectants.
End-of-Day/Terminal Cleaning
- Thorough top-to-bottom cleaning of each OR: walls up to 5-6 feet, lights, booms, and flat surfaces.
- Deep cleans/disinfection of floors, corners, and under equipment.
- Cleans scrub sinks, door handles, and ancillary spaces (hallways, sub-sterile rooms).
- Ensures biohazard waste is properly removed and replaces.
- Check to ensure chemical disinfectants are properly used, documented, and within expiration.
Additional Responsibilities
- Adhering to strict infection prevention standards (AORN, CDC, facility policies, ACHC).
- Using appropriate PPE during all cleaning.
- Reports any broken, malfunctioning, or contaminated equipment to OR staff
- Assists with maintaining proper traffic flow and restricted/semi restricted zone cleaning.
- All other duties as assigned.
Day Shift
80 hrs/Bi-Weekly Candidatar-se agora