Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities
equal opportunity employment

Job Description

University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is a renowned healthcare institution located in Lansing, MI, dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and innovative medical services. As part of the Sparrow Health System, the facility emphasizes compassionate service, patient safety, and excellence in healthcare delivery, promoting a supportive and inclusive workplace environment for caregivers and staff. With a commitment to diversity and equal opportunity employment, University of Michigan Health-Sparrow fosters growth, learning, and professional development within its wide range of healthcare roles.

The Perioperative Care Unit EVS Technician role is a full-time position based at Sparrow Hospital. The position involves performing crucial cleaning and sanitization duties within the Perioperative Care Unit to ensure a sterile, safe, and welcoming environment for surgical patients. This role is vital in supporting the healthcare team by maintaining cleanliness standards, reducing infection risks, and contributing to a smooth surgical workflow. The EVS Technician is also responsible for occasional patient transport duties, aiding in the overall patient care process. This position demands adherence to hospital privacy policies such as HIPAA, compliance with health and safety procedures, and a demonstrated commitment to core ICARE values: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.

The role requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED and at least six months of experience in the Perioperative Care Unit either as an EVS technician or in direct patient care. The ideal candidate will display competency with basic keyboard skills for documentation and demonstrate the ability to work safely and effectively in a dynamic, team-oriented healthcare setting. This evening shift position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals passionate about healthcare facility support, patient safety, and teamwork to contribute meaningfully to perioperative services. Leadership may assign additional responsibilities as needed, reflecting the position's flexible nature. This role not only supports environmental cleanliness but also impacts patient experience positively by working collaboratively with nursing and surgical teams.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • minimum 6 months experience in Perioperative Care Unit as EVS tech or direct patient care
  • knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security policies
  • adherence to ICARE values and respectful behavior
  • ability to communicate effectively using AIDET
  • ability to work safely and report hazards
  • compliance with infection control policies
  • availability to work evening shifts
  • full-time employment status

Job Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 6 months experience in the Perioperative Care Unit as an EVS tech or direct patient care
  • ability to use a keyboard for documentation
  • knowledge of hospital policies and procedures including HIPAA
  • effective communication skills using AIDET method
  • demonstrated commitment to ICARE values

Job Duties

  • Completes daily cleaning of rooms including washing stretchers for surgical patients
  • cleans general work spaces on the Unit
  • cleans isolation rooms between patients
  • stocks patient rooms
  • cleans equipment and documents daily
  • performs daily terminal cleaning of patient bays and patient care areas
  • changes curtains as scheduled and as needed
  • transports patients
  • distributes oxygen tanks in department
  • reports to manager or charge RN

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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