Environmental Service Associate

UW Health Swedish American Hospital, located in northern Illinois, is a prominent healthcare facility known for delivering high-quality medical services and patient care. As part of the UW Health system, the hospital upholds strong values emphasizing respect, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that every patient and employee experiences a supportive, respectful environment. UW Health is recognized for its commitment to fostering professional development and providing comprehensive benefits to its employees, making it a sought-after employer in the healthcare industry. The system operates with a strong shared governance structure and actively promotes employee voice, nurturing a workplace culture that values collaboration and innovation.

This role is a full-time position, offering a 100% FTE schedule from Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with every other weekend and rotating holiday shifts required. The position is based at UW Health Swedish American Hospital and provides an exciting opportunity for individuals seeking a dynamic work environment within a leading healthcare institution. Additional compensation elements may include evening, night, and weekend shift differentials, overtime pay, and on-call pay, emphasizing a fair and competitive wage structure designed to recognize the commitment of staff working outside regular hours.

The role not only offers a stable work schedule but also integrates the chance to engage with a community-focused employer that values social impact and belonging. Employees enjoy competitive pay alongside a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid time off (PTO), medical, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, short and long-term disability coverage, paternity leave, adoption assistance, and tuition assistance programs. These benefits demonstrate UW Health's commitment to supporting the personal and professional well-being of its workforce.

Additional perks such as an annual wellness reimbursement and access to on-site day care through UW Health Kids underscore a supportive workplace that caters to diverse employee needs and life stages. The hospital also prioritizes career advancement by offering tuition reimbursement and various fully funded programs, providing abundant opportunities for staff to grow professionally within the organization.

UW Health prioritizes a culture that promotes equity and inclusion, creating an environment where employees from diverse backgrounds feel welcome and supported. The hospital’s commitment to equal employment opportunity ensures all qualified applicants have access to jobs without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status, or genetic information. This approach enriches the workplace community and aligns with best practices in healthcare settings.

On-the-job training is provided, enabling new hires to quickly adapt and excel in their roles with comprehensive support. This training underscores the organization’s dedication to employee success and quality patient care. For prospective applicants, joining UW Health means being part of a nationally respected health system that combines cutting-edge medical practices with an inclusive and nurturing organizational culture, promising a rewarding and enriching career path.