NI-Director, Environmental Services

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-1120AC

Job Title:

NI-Director, Environmental Services

FLSA Exemption Status:

Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Supervises and coordinates activities of Environmental Service employees within the Hospital.    Administers and directs a housekeeping program to maintain a clean, orderly and attractive environment within SwedishAmerican.  Directs the activities of the Linen Department in an efficient and cost effective manner.  Directs the implementation of departmental and organizational strategic goals.  Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and organizational philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

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Oversees the delivery of service, inspecting and evaluating the physical condition of the Hospital, making recommendations for improvements and ensuring compliance with governmental, accreditation and safety regulations. Establishes long range objectives, plans, department policies and procedures that integrate the System’s vision and mission.

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Monitors staff resource utilization and schedules ensuring adequate service within all areas. Establishes standards and work procedures for staff in accordance with established System policies and procedures.

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Oversees recruitment, staff development, training and education and assures compliance with department and System human resources policies and procedures.

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Functions as a coach and role model for staff and monitors performance, recommending corrective action and participating in discipline as needed. Completes performance evaluations for staff.

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Maintains technical knowledge and expertise in specialty area functioning as a resource for other healthcare professionals within the System.

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Monitors and investigates new supplies and equipment to reflect new technology. Develops and monitors department budgets and analyzes and reports variances.

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Compiles a variety of reports and maintains all required departmental records ensuring compliance with governmental, accreditation and safety regulations.

As needed, additional responsibilities reasonably within the scope of duties and physical requirements may be assigned.  ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS AND RESPECT FOR PEOPLE COMMITTMENTS.

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Non-Clinical

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services, Healthcare Leadership, Business Management or related field. Seven (7) – ten (10) years of progressively more responsible management experience in Hospital Environmental Services may be considered in lieu of degree.

Required

Master's Degree

Preferred

Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) or Linen Management Certification.

Preferred

LICENSE, CERTIFICATIONS, AND REGISTRATIONS MUST BE MAINTAINED PER UW HEALTH POLICY. 

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Demonstrated leadership skills.

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Excellent communication, organization and critical-decision making skills.

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Familiarity with principles of institutional management.

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Good interpersonal skills and ability to effectively interact with patients, visitors, physicians and all levels of staff within the organization and community.

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Successful completion of annual job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

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Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

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15 - 30 lbs.

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30 - 50 lbs.

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Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.

THE EMPLOYEE MUST BE ABLE TO COMPLETE ALL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB WITH OR WITHOUT AN APPROVED ACCOMODATION. Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.