Environmental Tech, Per Diem Variable Shift

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network dedicated to serving approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County, and San Gabriel Valley region. The organization operates through a fully integrated network that includes PIH Health Hospital - Whittier, PIH Health Hospital - Downey, and PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, complemented by 27 outpatient medical locations, a multispecialty medical physician group, home healthcare services, hospice care, and specialized centers for heart, cancer, women's health, urgent care, and emergency services. Recognized nationally by Watson Health as one of the Top Hospitals and by the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) for its outstanding hospital systems, PIH Health is dedicated to best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality patient care, and healthcare technology. The organization prides itself on being certified as a Great Place to Work™, emphasizing its strong commitment to employee satisfaction and a positive workplace culture. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow PIH Health on social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

The role of Environmental Services Technician at PIH Health is pivotal in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment throughout the healthcare facilities. This position involves performing a wide range of cleaning tasks under general direction to achieve the highest cleaning standards. The Environmental Services Technician is responsible for essential duties such as floor care including dust mopping, sweeping outside areas, scrubbing, stripping, buffing, and shampooing, as well as spill removal. Responsibilities also extend to damp washing of counters, telephones, desks, and ledges along with washing light fixtures, ceilings, and walls, which often requires the use of ladders or step stools. Additionally, the technician manages trash and soiled linen removal, cleans isolation rooms according to prescribed protocols, changes cubical curtains and drapes, and performs cleaning and maintenance of all environmental tools and equipment. This role demands consistency in cleaning patient areas, upon their occupation or dismissal, ensuring a sanitary environment that supports patient health and safety.

The Environmental Services Technician plays a key role in supporting the hospital's mission by providing a clean environment that minimizes the risk of infections and promotes overall well-being for patients, visitors, and staff. Given the healthcare setting, this position requires attention to detail, the ability to follow strict cleaning procedures, and the physical ability to undertake demanding tasks such as standing for long periods, bending, stooping, lifting heavy objects, and utilizing various environmental equipment effectively. The position requires proficiency in English, both written and spoken, to understand and follow cleaning protocols and communicate effectively with team members. While prior experience in environmental services within a healthcare facility is preferred, the role provides an opportunity for individuals looking to contribute meaningfully to the health and safety of the community in a supportive and dynamic workplace. The Environmental Services Technician at PIH Health is a crucial team member, ensuring cleanliness that directly impacts the quality of patient care and hospital operations.