Environmental Services Associate

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 30,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.
 

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals in New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us.
 

Under direct supervision of the Housekeeping/Environmental Services manager, performs work of ordinary difficulty and assumes responsibilities in the area of Housekeeping/Environmental Services.  General cleaning and routine related activities in assigned areas according to the department standards, policies and procedures.  Maintains a clean and sanitary environment for patients, visitors and hospital personnel. 

• Must have the ability to operate standard cleaning equipment such as (carts, burnishers, buffers auto-machines, vacuum cleaners, wet vacuums and other related equipment) as trained.

• Ability to remain calm in a fast –paced environment and handle multiple tasks with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to communicate effectively and work well with all levels of patients, the public, and other health care workers.

• Exhibits initiative, flexibility and teamwork.

• Works collaboratively with co-workers, nursing and others to enhance the Patient Experience.

• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information. Basic computer skills (including opening/reading email, basic internet use).

• Ability to follow and adhere to all hospital and department policies, procedures and tra