Environmental Associate-Beacon Granger Hospital

Company: Beacon Health Systems
Location: South Bend
Posted on: January 17, 2020

Job Description:

- JOB SUMMARY - Reports to the Supervisor. Performs a variety of duties to maintain the Hospital in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition. Contributes to a positive and healing experience for patients. - MISSION & VISION - Mission: To enhance the physical, mental and emotional well-being of the communities we serve as the community's provider of outstanding quality, superior value and comprehensive health care services. Vision: Our vision is to achieve: - Innovative health care and well-being services of the highest quality at the greatest value - Easy access and convenience - Outstanding patient experiences - Ongoing education involving physicians, patients and the community - JOB SPECIFICATIONS - Education and Experience - The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent. The completion of a high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. A minimum of one year of related experience is required. - Knowledge & Skills - Demonstrates the ability to read, write and spell non-medical terms; also must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions (for example, reading chemical labels and following safety requirements identified for specific chemical). - Demonstrates the basic math skills necessary to add, subtract, multiply and divide (for example, preparing cleaning solutions using the proper mixtures). - Demonstrates the communication and interpersonal skills necessary to consistently interact with patients, families, visitors and staff in a courteous manner and to maintain positive working relationships. - Requires the ability to work independently, take initiative and be self-motivated. - Working Conditions - Works in a patient care environment requiring physical exertion, frequent changes in job demands, certain undesirable patient care activities and possible exposure to chemical hazards or bio-hazards. - Physical Demands - Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. the ability to do manual labor, twist and turn, climb a ladder, remain on feet and/or walk for long periods of time, push and pull carts for prolonged periods of time, lift objects weighing at least 50 pounds, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.

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