Environmental Services Assistant

Salem Health is a well-established, independent healthcare system serving the Salem, Oregon region. It operates Salem Hospital, multiple community clinics, and West Valley Hospital, providing a broad range of high-quality medical care to the community. Renowned as a Top Workplace in Oregon, Salem Health fosters a supportive culture where all employees' contributions are valued and recognized. The organization emphasizes employee empowerment by implementing Lean principles, which encourage staff to drive innovation and address real challenges effectively. Salem Health also invests in its workforce's ongoing development through professional growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and clear career pathways. Their inclusive work environment prioritizes diversity and equal opportunity regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, or veteran status. Employees have access to reasonable accommodations to support accessibility throughout the employment process and workplace experience.

The Environmental Services Assistant role at Salem Health is a part-time position based at Salem Hospital, located at 890 Oak Street SE, Salem, Oregon. The position involves working 24 hours per week on a rotating two-week schedule that includes shifts on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm. This non-exempt role primarily supports the hospital's mission by maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the facility. The assistant performs both routine and project-based cleaning duties while ensuring strict adherence to departmental and infection prevention standards. A critical aspect of the job is ensuring proper use and maintenance of cleaning equipment, protective gear, and supplies, which helps prevent the spread of infections and promotes a professional care environment.

Key responsibilities include performing daily cleaning tasks, sanitizing housekeeping carts, ensuring all areas remain well-stocked with necessary supplies such as paper goods, soap, and chemicals, and promptly responding to service calls to support hospital operations. The assistant works collaboratively with supervisors and team members, maintaining open and effective communication about any deviations or incomplete tasks to guarantee continuous support and safety. This role demands professionalism, adherence to strict safety protocols, and a commitment to teamwork in alignment with Salem Health's mission, vision, and goals.

Salem Health values prior experience, preferring candidates with at least six months of environmental services experience or one year of customer service experience to ensure successful performance in this essential role. Beyond the job description, Salem Health offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employees' mental and physical health, financial security, family responsibilities, and opportunities for professional growth. Working at Salem Health provides employees more than just a job; it offers meaningful purpose, connection within a caring community, and space to thrive both personally and professionally.