Environmental Services Representative

Houston Methodist

. Maintain environmental and infection control standards according to established policies and procedures .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in maintaining environmental and infection control standards while effectively communicating with patients and staff. Capable of managing time efficiently and performing cleaning tasks to support a safe and healing environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Environmental Control StandardsInfection Control ProceduresEffective CommunicationHousekeeping Equipment UseTime Management

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Hard Skills

Room Cleaning ProcessesDischarge Inspection ProcessesChemical SafetyEquipment Safety TrackingMultitasking

Soft Skills

Professional InteractionTeam ParticipationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Housekeeping EquipmentCleaning Chemicals

Industry Keywords

OSHA StandardsSafety RulesStandard Infection Control Precautions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Maintain environmental and infection control standards according to established policies and procedures
Perform general cleaning tasks in assigned areas to provide a safe and attractive environment for patients, guests, and staff
Interact positively and professionally with patients, family, and staff
Participate in meetings, huddles, and team activities
Respond to requests for assistance with directions and information
Respond promptly to assignments supporting a healing environment
Perform room cleaning processes to support timely patient admissions
Follow room-cleaning and discharge-inspection processes
Achieve discharge, daily room-cleaning, and assigned-area turnaround times
Track, log, and report equipment safety and repair needs to management
Communicate and document facility or patient-related issues and correct minor safety hazards
Use and store chemicals, paper goods, supplies, and equipment appropriately
Manage time and prioritize daily department tasks
Participate in continuing education and contribute process-improvement ideas

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent education preferred
One year of experience preferred
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, family members, and co-workers
Ability to access information within the department and hospital system
Ability to multitask and complete work within designated time frames
Ability to perform duties accurately and efficiently with minimal supervision
Efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment and chemicals
Must follow policies, procedures, safety rules, standard infection control precautions, and OSHA standards
May be required to be on-call during emergencies
FLSA status: Non-exempt

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time and part-time opportunities available
Flexible shifts, including day and night shifts
Continuing education and in-service programs
Uniforms and scrubs provided/required as work attire
Positive work environment and team-focused work unit