Job Description

New Hires are eligible for a hiring bonus up to $3,000

Internal employees are eligible for a $1,000 referral bonus, please see internal O2 for details

The purpose of the position is to maintain carpets and hard-surface floors; reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections by cleaning, sanitizing, and the clinical environment; and perform general cleaning in OHSU-operated facilities. Environmental Services Technician positions are represented by the AFSCME union.

We are hiring for multiple positions. The schedules will be determined at time of interview

Floor Care and High-Level Vacuuming:

Maintains carpets by vacuuming, spot cleaning, and performing light and heavy carpet extraction; maintains hard-surface floors by sweeping, spot mopping, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing and refurbishing; uses chemical cleaners, strippers, and waxes; performs high-level vacuuming of vents, ceilings, fixtures, and ledges.

Cleaning and Sanitizing:

Cleans and sanitizes all surfaces and floors in patient rooms, clinical areas, support space, public areas, office space, and restrooms to include mopping, sweeping, vaccuuming, spot cleaning carpets, dust moping, wet mopping, damp wiping, high dusting; cleans and sanitizes equipment, including beds, stretchers, and bassinets; uses chemical cleaners and disinfectants.

Waste Removal:

Collects trash, linen, and trash carts; empties and cleans trash bins; empties and cleans trash bins; operates trash compactor and waste sterilization equipment.

Equipment & Furniture Cleaning:

Makes beds, cribs, and stretchers; moves beds, furniture, and other equipment for cleaning; operates EVS cleaning equipment.

Supplies and Restocking:

Stocks EVS closets and carts; replenishes dispensers (soap, paper towels, toilet paper, alcohol based hand sanitizer, disposable seat covers).

Customer Service & Patient Experience:

Responds to patient requests in a customer-focused and timely manner; effectively utilizes I CARE and other patient experience tools for patient experience
Some Healthcare, janitorial, custodial experience.
Must demonstrate a stable work history.
Must be able to read, write, speak & communicate in the English language.
Must be able to read and understand procedures and instructions for proper chemical uses to safely perform tasks and projects.
Must demonstrate consistent and punctual attendance.
Must be able to work in teams.
Must be able to competently use cleaning solutions and equipment.
Busy environment with a lot of interruptions, multiple demands and people interactions.
Must demonstrate regular attendance by coming to work on scheduled working days.
Must be able to work independently and get along with all staff, visitors and patients.
Requires a high level of physical activity.
Must be reasonable strong and agile, able to bend, stoop, climb, walk and do lifting up to 35 lbs.
Must be able to work at a rapid pace. A great deal of the day is spent of your feet.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
6 months of employment experience in custodial, housekeeping or environmental services Healthcare experience
HS diploma/GED
#LI-DM2
This Position is Drug Testable.

Incentives include:

$25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service, prorated for part-time
Sick Leave- 96 hours per year, prorated for part-time
8 paid holidays per year
Tuition Reimbursement
Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Reduced Tri-Met Pass, plus free rides on the Aerial Tram and Portland Street Car

All Are welcomed

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or [email protected].

As an organization devoted to the health and well-being of people in Oregon and beyond, OHSU requires its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or [email protected].

Recruitment ID: 2023-22003

External Company Name: Oregon Health & Science University

External Company URL: dturner

Street: Marquam Hill

Job Type: AFSCME union represented

Posting Pay: $18.00 - $23.43 per hour

Posting FTE: 1.00

Posting Schedule: Multiple shifts available. The schedules will be determined at time of interview

Posting Hours: Multiple start and stop times available

This job was posted on Mon Aug 14 2023 and expired on Tue Aug 15 2023.

Minimum $25K /yr

$33K /yr Average

Maximum $42K /yr

Tasks

Answer patient call signals, signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to determine patients' needs.

Turn or reposition bedridden patients.

Provide physical support to assist patients to perform daily living activities, such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, using the toilet, standing, walking, or exercising.

Review patients' dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences to ensure patient receives appropriate diet.

Measure and record food and liquid intake or urinary and fecal output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.

Record vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate, as directed by medical or nursing staff.

Gather information from caregivers, nurses, or physicians about patient condition, treatment plans, or appropriate activities.

Observe or examine patients to detect symptoms that may require medical attention, such as bruises, open wounds, or blood in urine.

Document or otherwise report observations of patient behavior, complaints, or physical symptoms to nurses.

Remind patients to take medications or nutritional supplements.

Feed patients or assist patients to eat or drink.

Supply, collect, or empty bedpans.

Undress, wash, and dress patients who are unable to do so for themselves.

Lift or assist others to lift patients to move them on or off beds, examination tables, surgical tables, or stretchers.

Communicate with patients to ascertain feelings or need for assistance or social and emotional support.

Prepare or serve food trays.

Clean and sanitize patient rooms, bathrooms, examination rooms, or other patient areas.

Record height or weight of patients.

Collect specimens, such as urine, feces, or sputum.

Apply clean dressings, slings, stockings, or support bandages, under direction of nurse or physician.

Change bed linens or make beds.

Restock patient rooms with personal hygiene items, such as towels, washcloths, soap, or toilet paper.

Exercise patients who are comatose, paralyzed, or have restricted mobility.

Wash, groom, shave, or drape patients to prepare them for surgery, treatment, or examination.

Assist nurses or physicians in the operation of medical equipment or provision of patient care.

Administer medications or treatments, such as catheterizations, suppositories, irrigations, enemas, massages, or douches, as directed by a physician or nurse.

Position or hold patients in position for surgical preparation.

Transport patients to treatment units, testing units, operating rooms, or other areas, using wheelchairs, stretchers, or moveable beds.

Provide information such as directions, visiting hours, or patient status information to visitors or callers.

Transport specimens, laboratory items, or pharmacy items, ensuring proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.

Set up treating or testing equipment, such as oxygen tents, portable radiograph (x-ray) equipment, or overhead irrigation bottles, as directed by a physician or nurse.

Explain medical instructions to patients or family members.

Stock or issue medical supplies, such as dressing packs or treatment trays.

Skills

Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Coordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.

Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Medicine and Dentistry - Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

Therapy and Counseling - Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions, and for career counseling and guidance.

Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.