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Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, formed by the merger of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Operating under multiple region-specific names including Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health across the Carolinas, Georgia, and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, this expansive system is a recognized leader nationwide in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience, and value-based care. Advocate Health is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and serves nearly 6 million patients. The system is actively engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core. Known for its expertise in specialties such as cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics, rehabilitation, organ transplants, burn treatments, and specialized musculoskeletal programs, Advocate Health has an extensive reach with 155,000 employees across 69 hospitals and more than 1,000 care locations. It also hosts one of the nation's largest graduate medical education programs, with over 2,000 residents and fellows in more than 200 programs. The organization is committed to equity in healthcare and contributes over six billion dollars annually in community benefits.

This job opening is for a Full-time Environmental Services position within the BayCare Leased Employees department at Advocate Health. This role is integral to maintaining the cleanliness and safety of the healthcare environment to support both patients and staff. Working a typical schedule of Monday through Friday from 4:00 pm to 9:30 pm and every other weekend from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm, the Environmental Services Technician will be responsible for upholding high standards of cleanliness and infection control in patient care areas, surgical areas, restrooms, conference rooms, lobbies, offices, elevators, and stairwells. The pay range for this role is $18.85 to $28.30 per hour, and the position is benefits eligible, offering comprehensive healthcare and employment rewards.

Key responsibilities involve cleaning all environmental surfaces including ceilings, vents, walls, doors, furniture, beds, bathroom fixtures, and windows, assisting in cleaning emergencies as needed. Dusting, damp mopping floors, replacing cubicle and window coverings, gathering and disposing of recyclables, trash, and medical waste are daily tasks. The role also includes sorting, stocking, and delivering linens, cleaning and preparing dismissal and transfer units and certain patient equipment, filling and cleaning supply dispensers, conducting inventory of linens, cleaning and paper supplies, and maintaining an organized housekeeping closet. The technician must report any mechanical failures or unsafe conditions to their supervisor.

This role demands a hands-on physical capability, including lifting items up to 35 pounds from floor to five feet high, carrying items up to 20 pounds at waist height, pushing and pulling with up to 50 pounds of force, and the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach above shoulders, and crawl as necessary. The individual must also be comfortable wearing protective clothing due to exposure to strong cleaning solutions and infectious waste, and capable of operating various cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, mopping tools, buffers, automatic scrubbers, and stepladders. Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow written and oral instructions accurately are essential for ensuring seamless collaboration with medical staff and adherence to safety protocols.

Advocate Health supports its employees through a robust total rewards program that includes competitive base compensation with opportunities for premium and incentive pay, annual performance-based increases, paid time off, health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, family benefits like adoption assistance and paid parental leave, retirement plans with employer matching, financial wellness programs, and educational assistance opportunities. This comprehensive package emphasizes not only compensation but also overall well-being and professional growth, making this a rewarding opportunity for individuals dedicated to supporting healthcare through environmental services.