Environmental Services Representative - Cypress, United States - Houston Methodist Primary Care Group

Houston Methodist Primary Care Group
Houston Methodist Primary Care Group
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Cypress, United States

1 week ago

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Description

At Houston Methodist, the Environmental Services (EVS) Representative position maintains environmental and infection control standards within established policies and procedures.

This position performs a variety of general cleaning tasks in assigned areas to provide a safe and attractive environment for patients, guests, and staff in accordance with department standards.


PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Interacts in a positive, professional manner with patients, family and staff.
  • Actively participates in meetings, huddles and with other team members using positive communication.
  • Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit to achieve optimal results.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Responds promptly and positively to requests for assistance with directions and information from patients, staff and visitors.
  • Promptly responds to all assignments to create an environment that is conducive for healing.
  • Performs efficient room cleaning processes ensuring timely patient admissions.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Follows department process for room cleaning and discharge inspections, as appropriate, with the goal of meeting or exceeding HCAHPS cleanliness scores.
  • Achieves discharge, daily room cleaning and assigned area turnaround times, as appropriate.
  • During discharge activity, tracks, logs, and notifies appropriate management of safety and repair needs for equipment.
  • Follows policies, procedures, and safety rules. Observes standard infection control precautions and complies with OSHA standards.
  • Communicates and documents any facility or patient related issues to management, as appropriate. Correct minor safety hazards.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Appropriately uses and stores chemicals, paper goods, supplies, and equipment utilized during a shift.
  • Manages time effectively and prioritize department daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Assumes responsibility for growth and development. Participates in continuing education and inservice programs.
  • Contributes ideas towards improving the efficiency and effectiveness of department processes.


This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned.

Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.


EDUCATION

  • High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of postsecondary education, etc.) preferred

WORK EXPERIENCE

  • One year of experience preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED

  • N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
  • Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
  • Demonstrates the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department as appropriate
  • Multitask oriented, ability to complete work within designated time frames
  • Ability to accurately and efficiently perform duties with mínimal supervision
  • Demonstrate efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment and chemicals

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE
Uniform Yes

  • Scrubs Yes
  • Business professional No
  • Other (department approved) Yes

ON-CALL
- _Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below._

On Call
  • No

TRAVEL:

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Travel specifications may vary by department_

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No

  • May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Company Profile:


With more than 40 locations throughout the Greater Houston area, Houston Methodist Primary Care Group brings quality, compassionate care to for the entire family, to the communities where our patients work and live.

As part of the Houston Methodist health system — one of the nation's leading health systems — the Primary Care Group offers efficient access to world-class specialty care and hospital services from a network comprised of the nation's leading hospitals and health care professionals.

Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.


Equal Employment Opportunity
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed
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