ENVIRONMENTAL SVCS SPECIALTY TECH

Moffitt Cancer Center

  • Tampa, FL
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
At Moffitt Cancer Center, we strive to be the leader in understanding the complexity of cancer and applying these insights to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Our diverse team of over 9,000 are dedicated to serving our patients and creating a workspace where every individual is recognized and appreciated. For this reason, Moffitt has been recognized on the 2023 Forbes list of America’s Best Large Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women, Computerworld magazine’s list of 100 Best Places to Work in Information Technology, DiversityInc Top Hospitals & Health Systems and continually named one of the Tampa Bay Time’s Top Workplace. Additionally, Moffitt is proud to have earned the prestigious Magnet® designation in recognition of its nursing excellence. Moffitt is a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center based in Florida, and the leading cancer hospital in both Florida and the Southeast. We are a top 10 nationally ranked cancer center by Newsweek and have been nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report since 1999.
Working at Moffitt is both a career and a mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. Join our committed team and help shape the future we envision.SummaryPosition Highlights:The Environmental Services Specialty Technician's primary responsibility is disinfecting specialty areas such as Infusion Pharmacy, Sterile Processing, Operating Rooms, Procedure Rooms, Cell Therapy. As part of the Spill Response Team, deactivates and decontaminates chemotherapy and other hazardous agent spills. Responsible for reducing the spread of bacteria and infection as well as providing an environment that appears clean, fresh, and polished. This position performs a variety of duties that support the department in maintaining a clean environment for patients and staff. This includes cleaning/disinfecting other areas as needed.Responsibilities:
  • Clean spills containing blood or other potentially infectious material using established infection control, safety, and ES departmental procedures.
  • Occasionally may have to work at off-site locations.
  • Follow departmental and other regulatory standards regarding all cleaning policies and procedures (using proper disinfectants, labeling chemical bottles, keeping an organized cart, etc.)
  • Perform all essential functions following established safety and infection control requirements (perform hand hygiene, wear PPE, etc.)
  • Safely uses, dilutes, and stores chemicals and cleaning materials.
  • Complete working knowledge of different types of hazardous materials (chemotherapy, pharmaceutical, bio-hazardous, sharps, pathological, microbiological, and bodily fluids) and how to properly handle and dispose.
  • Proper operation of cleaning equipment- Properly clean and disinfect all types of areas including clinical inpatient/outpatient (patient rooms, exam rooms, nurse stations, etc.), support/common areas, offices, labs, conference rooms, elevators, stairwells, corridors, external grounds, etc.
Credentials and Qualifications:
  • No Education required.
  • Minimum two (2) years in Healthcare Janitorial / Environmental Services experience including 6 months applying proficient knowledge of specialty area (for example including terminal cleans), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English, both oral/written form (for the safety of our patients and staff in an emergency situation).
  • For internal candidates only (Average quality score of 90% in previous 12 months and successful completion of all competencies over a rolling 12 month period.)
Equal Employment OpportunityMoffitt Cancer Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran or disabled status. We seek candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

Moffitt Cancer Center