Environmental Services Tech

MercyOne is hiring an Environmental Services Tech in Waterloo, IA, for a full-time role focused on cleaning and disinfecting patient and public areas. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness in various areas, ensuring equipment is operational, and adhering to safety standards. Applicants must communicate effectively, possess basic computer skills, and may require a valid Iowa driver’s license. The position includes a weekend and holiday rotation with benefits like health insurance and paid time off.
Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Position Purpose:

Cleans and disinfects the patient care areas and public areas of MercyOne in accordance with cleanliness standards.

What you will Do:
• Performs patient/resident room cleaning to ensure clean and sanitary environment.
• Performs cleaning in administrative and support areas.
• Keeps equipment, cart, and closet clean, orderly & operational.
• Performs special functions and requirements to ensure work area is maintained in a neat and orderly manner and available for use.
• Demonstrates proper floor cleaning procedures and proper equipment care.
• Contributes to the overall safety, security, and efficiency of the department.

Hours/Schedule:

1.0 FTE; 80 hours per pay period; will include a weekend and holiday rotation; typical shift hours are 7:00am-3:30pm but can vary.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Requires the ability to read, write and understand the English language, and communicate effectively with patients, visitors, staff, and physicians while performing their job duties.
• Mandatory Reporter. If driving, need valid Iowa driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Ability to work with a large degree of independence.
• Must display professional image.
• Ability to be sensitive to customer needs.
• Basic computer skills.

Position Highlights and Benefits

We care about your well-being, both physical and mental, which is why our benefit package includes:
• Wellness programs
• Personalized health, dental & vision insurance plans
• Paid time off
• Long- and short-term leave
• Retirement planning
• Life insurance coverage

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:
• MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain center
• MercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation
• MercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma Designation

With more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.

MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.