Per Diem- Environmental Services Aide (Evenings)

Responsible for keeping assign areas clean, sanitary and aseptic by scouring, scrubbing, mopping and polishing using approved germicides and cleaners. Removes trash from containers. Performs high dusting spot cleaning, bathroom cleaning, restock all dispensers through out facility, clean offices, utility rooms, lounges and all other rooms as assigned by supervisor.

• Work requires the ability to read and understand written instruction and no previous experience,
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred plus three to six months on the job training and orientation.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works with equipment or performs procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises or muscle pulls.
• Works in an area in which there is exposure to hazardous chemicals or carcinogenic agents which requires caution and use of established safety guidelines and equipment.
• Works in an area in which there is exposure to radiation which requires caution and use of established safety guidelines and equipment.
• Work requires exposure to blood and various body fluids which requires caution and use of established safety guidelines and equipment.
• Works in an area that is very uncomfortable because of extreme temperatures, noise levels, odors or other similar conditions.
• Work requires handling of hot liquids, toxic or flammable chemicals, or contaminated materials which requires caution and use of established safety guidelines and equipment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Standing for more than two hours at a time
• Climbing, ascending or descending ladders, scaffolding, or ramps Stooping or bending
• Manual dexterity, reach and grasp objects
• Color vision - the ability to identify and distinguish colors
• Ability to hear and communicate orally
• Pushing or pulling supply carts

St. Joseph's Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization's outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation's "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care".