Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $17.00 - $20.02
Work Schedule
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Career development opportunities
Job Description
Tufts Medical Center is a prestigious academic medical center located in Boston, Massachusetts, renowned for its commitment to high-quality patient care, innovative medical research, and comprehensive medical education. Established over 200 years ago, the Center operates as the principal teaching hospital affiliated with the Tufts University School of Medicine. This affiliation drives a culture deeply rooted in academic excellence, teamwork, and continual growth, making Tufts Medical Center a pivotal institution in New England’s healthcare landscape. The hospital is dedicated to providing superior health services across a wide range of specialties and is known for integrating compassionate care with the latest medical advancements. With a vibrant team of dedicated healthcare professionals and support staff, the Center fosters an environment that prioritizes patient safety, cleanliness, and overall satisfaction.
Joining Tufts Medical Center as an Environmental Services Aide offers the unique opportunity to be part of this dynamic organization where supporting the health and safety of patients, visitors, and staff through environmental cleanliness is paramount. Environmental Services Aides are essential team members who focus on maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment throughout the hospital. This role is available in full-time and part-time positions, covering multiple shifts including day shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM), evening shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM), and mid shift (11:00 AM - 7:30 PM). The Environmental Services team works closely with clinical and operational departments to ensure the highest standards of infection prevention, sanitation, and patient care are consistently met.
The position involves performing essential cleaning tasks in patient rooms, offices, clinics, and public areas under close supervision. This includes dusting, disinfecting surfaces, managing waste disposal including hazardous materials, replenishing supplies, and making beds following patient discharge or transfer. The role requires the operation of various heavy-duty cleaning equipment such as wet vacuums, floor machines, and auto scrubbers, ensuring comprehensive environmental hygiene standards. Working in this capacity, aides contribute to the hospital’s infection control efforts, which is vital in a healthcare facility to protect vulnerable patients from health risks. The ability to follow instructions, work efficiently in a team-oriented environment, and maintain attention to detail are critical for success in this role.
Tufts Medical Center values the contributions of Environmental Services Aides and supports their professional development with comprehensive training, onboarding, and opportunities for career growth within the healthcare environment. The work atmosphere is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive, reflecting the Center’s commitment to creating a respectful and empowering workplace. The role is an excellent entry point for individuals seeking a meaningful career in healthcare support services, especially those looking to make a tangible impact on patient care through environmental safety and cleanliness.
Compensation for this role ranges from $17.00 to $20.02 per hour and includes a variety of competitive benefits for eligible employees. Tufts Medical Center’s total rewards package is designed to support employee health, financial security, and work-life balance, underscoring the organization’s investment in its team members’ well-being and career growth. Whether you are an experienced Environmental Services professional or just beginning your career in healthcare services, Tufts Medical Center offers a rewarding environment to thrive and contribute to a respected healthcare institution.
Joining Tufts Medical Center as an Environmental Services Aide offers the unique opportunity to be part of this dynamic organization where supporting the health and safety of patients, visitors, and staff through environmental cleanliness is paramount. Environmental Services Aides are essential team members who focus on maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment throughout the hospital. This role is available in full-time and part-time positions, covering multiple shifts including day shift (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM), evening shift (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM), and mid shift (11:00 AM - 7:30 PM). The Environmental Services team works closely with clinical and operational departments to ensure the highest standards of infection prevention, sanitation, and patient care are consistently met.
The position involves performing essential cleaning tasks in patient rooms, offices, clinics, and public areas under close supervision. This includes dusting, disinfecting surfaces, managing waste disposal including hazardous materials, replenishing supplies, and making beds following patient discharge or transfer. The role requires the operation of various heavy-duty cleaning equipment such as wet vacuums, floor machines, and auto scrubbers, ensuring comprehensive environmental hygiene standards. Working in this capacity, aides contribute to the hospital’s infection control efforts, which is vital in a healthcare facility to protect vulnerable patients from health risks. The ability to follow instructions, work efficiently in a team-oriented environment, and maintain attention to detail are critical for success in this role.
Tufts Medical Center values the contributions of Environmental Services Aides and supports their professional development with comprehensive training, onboarding, and opportunities for career growth within the healthcare environment. The work atmosphere is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive, reflecting the Center’s commitment to creating a respectful and empowering workplace. The role is an excellent entry point for individuals seeking a meaningful career in healthcare support services, especially those looking to make a tangible impact on patient care through environmental safety and cleanliness.
Compensation for this role ranges from $17.00 to $20.02 per hour and includes a variety of competitive benefits for eligible employees. Tufts Medical Center’s total rewards package is designed to support employee health, financial security, and work-life balance, underscoring the organization’s investment in its team members’ well-being and career growth. Whether you are an experienced Environmental Services professional or just beginning your career in healthcare services, Tufts Medical Center offers a rewarding environment to thrive and contribute to a respected healthcare institution.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of related experience preferred
- Ability to follow safety procedures and infection control practices
- Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, and stretch for the majority of the shift
- Ability to push heavy loaded carts and lift 30-60 lbs
- Occasional ladder climbing
- Comfortable with exposure to dirt, blood, body waste, contaminated waste, and climate conditions
- Manual dexterity for fine hand manipulation tasks
- Ability to read simple instructions and communicate basic English
- Willingness to work flexible shifts including day, evening, and mid shifts
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment and handle hazardous materials safely
- Ability to work under close supervision and maintain routine work standards
- Must be dependable and punctual.
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year of related experience preferred
- Ability to read simple instructions, write, and speak basic English
- Familiarity with operation of heavy duty electrical cleaning equipment
- Ability to interact in a friendly and cooperative manner with hospital staff, visitors, and patients
- Ability to operate simple mechanical devices such as floor rotors, vacuums, and compactors
- Strong attention to detail and reliability
- Ability to work effectively under supervision and as part of a team.
Job Duties
- Maintains a cleaning cart in an orderly condition, keeping cart fully stocked with required cleaning supplies
- Responsible for removal of all waste including regular rubbish, cardboard, recycle paper, and hazardous material
- Uses appropriate chemicals and tools, dusts and damp disinfects floors including corners and baseboards
- Empties ashtrays, wastebaskets and other waste receptacles and wipes clean with appropriate chemical
- Replaces plastic liners and brings trash to appropriate location
- Cleans and disinfects public, private, and patient room bathrooms including sinks and faucets, bathtubs, showers, commodes, mirrors, stainless steel
- Replenishes bathroom supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, and soap
- Disinfects patient rooms, cleans and makes beds vacant due to patient discharge or transfer
- Thoroughly cleans beds with disinfectant solution and makes with fresh linen
- Transports linen hampers to designated pick-up areas and replaces full linen bags
- Performs project work including wall washing, cubicle changing, cleaning waste containers, window washing
- Damp dusts, polishes, and disinfects furniture, telephones, horizontal surfaces
- Vacuums carpets and upholstery
- Sets up furniture and audiovisual equipment during functions before and after events
- Operates heavy duty cleaning equipment including wet vacuums, extractors, floor machines, buffers, upholstery shampooers, dry vacuums, and auto scrubbers
- Collects needle boxes and disposes them following departmental procedures
- Reports equipment issues to supervisor
- Completes daily inspections of assigned areas as directed
- Follows infection control practices
- May perform cleaning and sanitization of operating rooms including handling hazardous biological waste.
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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