SUPERVISOR - Environmental Services in Robinson, Illinois at Crawford Memorial Hospital
Job Description
Position: Supervisor-Environmental Services
Home Department: Environmental Services
Location: On-Site
Reports To: Director- Plant Operations
Direct Reports: None
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The Environmental Services Supervisor is responsible for planning, organizing, managing and evaluating the activities of the Environmental Services department in such a manner that the hospital's goals and objectives are achieved. The Supervisor is responsible for the overall supervision and development of the EVS staff to include orientation, training and educational in-services. Assists in identifying and developing systems, structures, and processes that support high quality service and positive patient outcomes. In addition to Supervisor responsibilities this position will be responsible for maintaining an assigned cleaning route as needed.
General Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities
- Assists in the maintenance and development of policies and procedures for the general operation of the Environmental Services department and related activities and compliance with standards and/or regulatory agencies.
- Responsible for prioritizing and coordinating daily work activities of the EVS staff; creates and communicates staff schedules including requests for time off and reviewing weekly hours worked.
- Coordinates and monitors patient moves and responds to patient requests promptly and according to policies; communicates with other unit leaders to adequately plan for Housekeeping services and activities.
- Requisitions all department supplies and equipment and maintains adequate inventory levels to provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment. Inspects storage rooms, utility and janitorial closet etc. for upkeep and supply control.
- Encourages environmentally sound and cost effective methods for infection control, disposal of garbage, recovery of recyclables and waste prevention.
- Conducts regular inspections and evaluations of the facility; ability to recommend action items; assist with relocations within the facility.
- Works collaboratively with other departments to solicit feedback concerning the operation of the department; assists in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services to both internal and external customers.
- Ensures that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored; trains all staff to use labels and SDSs to recognize hazards and to follow appropriate protective measures to include the use of required personal protective equipment.
- Monitors infection control and universal precautions policies and procedures to assure that a sanitary environment is maintained at all times and that aseptic and isolation techniques are followed by all EVS personnel.
- Performs cleaning of designated patient and hospital areas as needed.
- Manages and works with pest control company.
Organizational Expectations
- Complies with all established standards, policies, and procedures ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
- Maintains compliance with confidentiality and HIPAA regulations.
- Participates in performance improvement activities.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Leader Responsibilities
- Interviews, selects, and supervises the activities of the department staff; communicates, interprets, and explains hospital policies and procedures, department objectives, organizational goals and budget.
- Defines department work methods and performance standards; prepares and discusses annual appraisal with direct reports; authorizes and communicates salary changes, promotions, transfers, discipline, discharges and administers all other personnel actions for the department.
- Establishes reporting and approval procedures; delegates authority to assistants in order for them to direct the work of others; provides authorization for supervision, orientation, training, job objectives, performance standards and appraisal, personal development, safety, communication, discipline, grievances and other personnel actions.
- Provides for maintenance of appropriate records in order to assure that the quality, quantity and timeliness of work done can be documented; reviews and appraises the work of others within the department; reviews and evaluates departmental performance; provides updates to Administration of department progress and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities.
- Ensures compliance with all state, federal and accreditation laws and requirements; maintains professional competence of staff through education and coordination with senior staff; plans for short and long-range goals of the department in concert with the whole organization.
- Prepares, upon request, reports and special studies; participates in and contributes to management and professional committees at all levels inside and outside of the organization; keeps informed of trends and changes which relate to assigned functions.
- Prepares, plans and submits the department budget to the CFO for review and approval.
Education Requirements
- High School diploma / Equivalent combination of education and experience Required
- Associate's Degree in related field Preferred
Experience Requirements
- Housekeeping minimum 5 years Preferred
- Supervisory minimum 2 years Preferred
Computer Skills
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
Additional Skills
- Ability to work independently, prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner
- Capable of taking initiative to make decisions and is an advocate for change and improvement
- Excellent management skills and ability to motivate a team environment
- Knowledge of state, federal, accreditation and regulatory agency laws and requirements
Acknowledgement
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required. Management reserves the right to modify the duties and responsibilities of this position as operational needs dictate.
Employee Signature: _______________________________________________________ Date: ________________________
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