Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Job Description
Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) is a prominent healthcare organization known for its commitment to quality patient care, innovation, and community service. It operates multiple hospitals and healthcare facilities, providing a comprehensive range of medical services. YNHHS stands out as a leading institution dedicated to advancing health through patient-centered care, research, and education. The organization’s mission and values emphasize integrity, compassion, respect, accountability, and a patient-first approach, fostering an environment where every employee plays a vital role in delivering exceptional healthcare services. By joining YNHHS, individuals become part of a diverse and collaborative team working towards a common goal of improving health outcomes and enhancing the patient experience.
The institution is currently seeking an Environmental Services team member to maintain cleanliness and meet established departmental standards within its healthcare facilities. This full-time role is integral to the hospital’s operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. As an Environmental Services employee, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks involving the use of specialized equipment and supplies aimed at maintaining high standards of sanitation and cleanliness in diverse areas of the hospital. The position requires adherence to strict procedures to guarantee a hygienic setting that supports patient safety and comfort. This role also includes responsibilities related to the proper operation of electric tow tractors and scooters to transport waste and recycling materials safely.
Working at YNHHS as part of the Environmental Services department means embodying the organization's core values daily by providing dependable and compassionate service. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the hospital’s mission by maintaining a clean healthcare environment, which is essential for infection control and overall patient satisfaction. The role encourages teamwork, initiative, and problem-solving skills, requiring employees to not only perform assigned duties but also support broader team objectives and uphold YNHHS’s core principles. Employees are expected to show flexibility by taking on tasks that may extend beyond their formal job description and demonstrating a proactive approach to workplace challenges.
Ideal candidates will be trained through the department’s comprehensive program and gain competence in all related duties, enabling them to operate independently while being a reliable member of the patient care support team. This role demands excellent customer service and communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced hospital environment. Environmental Services staff play a critical role in shaping the hospital experience for patients and visitors, helping to create a safe and comfortable healthcare setting. YNHHS provides ongoing support and development for its employees to ensure they succeed and grow within the organization.
The institution is currently seeking an Environmental Services team member to maintain cleanliness and meet established departmental standards within its healthcare facilities. This full-time role is integral to the hospital’s operations, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. As an Environmental Services employee, you will be responsible for a variety of tasks involving the use of specialized equipment and supplies aimed at maintaining high standards of sanitation and cleanliness in diverse areas of the hospital. The position requires adherence to strict procedures to guarantee a hygienic setting that supports patient safety and comfort. This role also includes responsibilities related to the proper operation of electric tow tractors and scooters to transport waste and recycling materials safely.
Working at YNHHS as part of the Environmental Services department means embodying the organization's core values daily by providing dependable and compassionate service. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to the hospital’s mission by maintaining a clean healthcare environment, which is essential for infection control and overall patient satisfaction. The role encourages teamwork, initiative, and problem-solving skills, requiring employees to not only perform assigned duties but also support broader team objectives and uphold YNHHS’s core principles. Employees are expected to show flexibility by taking on tasks that may extend beyond their formal job description and demonstrating a proactive approach to workplace challenges.
Ideal candidates will be trained through the department’s comprehensive program and gain competence in all related duties, enabling them to operate independently while being a reliable member of the patient care support team. This role demands excellent customer service and communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced hospital environment. Environmental Services staff play a critical role in shaping the hospital experience for patients and visitors, helping to create a safe and comfortable healthcare setting. YNHHS provides ongoing support and development for its employees to ensure they succeed and grow within the organization.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- six months demonstrated customer service related work experience required
- must successfully complete a training program provided by the Environmental Services Department and achieve competence in all duties
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- six months demonstrated customer service related work experience required
- must successfully complete a training program provided by the Environmental Services Department and achieve competence in all duties
- excellent customer service and communication skills
- ability to read write and perform basic math
- ability to work independently
- able to perform as part of the patient care team
Job Duties
- Follows department procedures related to cleaning and operations to ensure a safe and clean environment in all areas
- responsible for reporting to work on time properly completing the time card in uniform and ready to work as observed by supervisor
- performs various trash removal duties to maintain cleanliness and appearance
- insures that all trash bins are cleaned regularly with no more than one discrepancy per week as observed by supervisor
- operates electric tow tractors and scooters ensuring safe operation at all times
- operates electric tow tractors used in the transportation of either trash RMW or recycling observing vehicle safety procedures at all times as observed by supervisor
- works towards team objectives to provide quality service throughout the hospital and initiates activities and behaviors in support of YNHHs mission and values
- demonstrates willingness to perform functions or tasks that may not be in the formal job description
- demonstrates critical thinking necessary to problem solving
- collects data relevant to the problem and provides suggestions or new approaches to the issue
- performs various project floor care duties to improve appearance of floors
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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