Job SummaryThe purpose of Environmental Services within Corewell Health is to provide our patients and their families a clean and safe environment. An Environmental Attendant is a housekeeper performing basic cleaning tasks while interacting with patients, visitors and other Hospital staff. The following description of essential duties are intended to reflect the major responsibilities and tasks of the job, other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.Essential Functions
It is essential that an Environmental Attendant be able to comfortably interact with our patients, families and visitors. Presenting with a warm smile and friendly demeanor, enabling our visitors to feel welcomed and cared for.
Cleans patient rooms daily. Sanitizes all vertical and horizontal surfaces, spot wash walls and windows, removes trash and linen (where required), completely cleans and sanitizes restroom, dust mop and damp mop.
Cleans ancillary areas such as, nurses’ stations, med rooms, pantries, clean and soiled utility rooms, storage rooms, waiting rooms, locker rooms, break rooms, offices and other areas not specified.
Environmental Attendants will be assigned to clean specialty areas not limited to but including OR Suites, Pre Op and Post Op areas, Emergency Department, Intensive and Critical Care Units, Labor Delivery Units, Pediatric Units, Mental Health Units, Oncology, Radiology, Labs, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Kitchen areas and more.
Environmental Attendant basic tasks include but are not limited to cleaning and sanitizing all surfaces, vacuuming, dust mopping, damp mopping, low dusting, high dusting, stocking supplies, removing trash and soiled linen, delivering clean linen (where required). Will be required to complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
Environmental Attendant will be required to use appropriate chemicals and guidelines when performing tasks. Attendant will be properly trained on required tasks and provided with tools to perform assigned duties.
Qualifications
Required Requires the ability to read and follow instructions.
Preferred High School Diploma or equivalent
Able to become proficient in all aspects of the position, with Department provided training, within a timeframe of 30 days. Required
Physical Demands
Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs
Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 50 lbs
Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 35 lbs
Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 20 lbs
Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 40 lbs
Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
Sitting: Seldom
Standing: Frequently
Walking: Frequently
Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom
Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom
Squat: Occasionally
Stair Climbing: Occasionally
Ladder Climbing: Seldom
Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
Driving: Seldom
Reach - Above Shoulder: Occasionally
Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Frequently
Handling: Frequently
Forceful Grip > 5 lbs: Frequently
Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Frequently
Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
Primary LocationSITE - Grosse Pointe Hospital - 468 Cadieux - Grosse PointeDepartment NameEnvironmental Services - Grosse PointeEmployment TypeFull timeShiftEvening (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours40Hours of Work7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Days WorkedVariableWeekend FrequencyEvery other weekendCURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS – Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only. Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.
