Associate - Environmental Services I

IU Health is seeking a full-time Associate - Environmental Services I for the evening shift at West Hospital in Avon, IN. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing patient rooms and public areas, ensuring compliance with infection control standards, and collaborating with clinical teams. No prior experience is required, but physical ability to perform cleaning tasks and wear protective equipment is necessary. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Overview


Schedule: Full-Time Evening Shift (3pm-11pm)

Work Location: West Hospital

Department Supported: Environmental Services



Primary Responsibilities:

Provides cleaning and sanitizing services to support a safe, clean and welcoming environment. Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms, offices, clinics, clinical and procedural areas, and public spaces. Supports patient safety through consistent and high-quality service. Demonstrates ability to support the cleaning and disinfection of high-acuity clinical and procedural areas. Applies disinfection protocols and utilizes approved cleaning tools in accordance with infection control standards and hospital policy. Conducts hazardous and biohazardous waste removal in compliance with safety regulations and infection prevention protocols. Proactively communicates and collaborates with clinical teams to ensure cleaning processes support patient safety and care flow.



Requirements:

No previous experience required.Must be able to wear protective equipment/clothing required by the environment or government regulations such as gowns, gloves, goggles, rubber-soled closed-toe footwear, etc.Physical requirements to include: reaching, standing for long periods of time, squatting, bending, carrying and/or lifting supplies and equipment weighing 35 lbs. or more, up to 80% of the time.Requires the ability to operate light floor equipment for cleaning floors in patient care areas.Requires the ability to climb ladders.Requires the ability to clean areas that require technical cleaning including IR/Cardiac Cath/Mother-Baby/NICU/OR/ED.

Preferred:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent experience preferred



Benchmarks:

3 months – Master e-schedule app, Maintain good attendance.6 months – Independent with responsibilities assigned.12 months – Totally independent, completing e-learnings and completing job responsibilities.