Housekeeping Tech-EVS Part-Time

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient‑first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.

Part‑time (20 hours per week)
Day shift: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.

EVS Tech II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Cleans and maintains patient rooms, offices, public areas, treatment rooms, and other assigned areas daily, including collecting and removing trash, changing bed linens, and sanitizing all surfaces.
• Follows policies and procedures on patient isolation and contact precautions as necessary.
• Stocks paper items and other supplies in assigned areas as necessary or designated.
• Maintains cart and equipment in a clean, working condition and stores them in an appropriate storage area.
• Promotes safety in the workplace by using wet‑floor signs, PPE and not leaving housekeeping carts or supplies unattended.
• Uses chemicals and equipment safely, prepared at the correct ratio and in properly labeled containers.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment needing repairs and reports all safety hazards.
• Communicates to supervisor any issues, including inability to complete the schedule, and proactively deals with observed deficiencies (reports issues/work requests to supervisor/manager or Call Center, picks up debris outside the regular work area).
• Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships with hospital personnel, while assuring confidentiality of patient information.
• Exhibits the ability to articulate design scripting models to each customer we serve.
• Uses organizational and unit/department resources efficiently.
• Manages the work schedule efficiently, completing tasks and assignments on time.
• Contributes to opportunities and processes for continuous improvement.
• Participates in efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes, improve and grow the services we provide.
• Presents a friendly, approachable, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers; addresses questions and concerns promptly and directs patients and customers to the appropriate person or resource.
• Uses effective service‑recovery skills to solve problems or service breakdowns when they occur.
• Demonstrates teamwork by helping co‑workers within and across departments, communicating effectively with others, respecting diverse opinions and styles, and acknowledging the assistance and contributions of others.

Required

• Must exhibit the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and staff.
• Must be able to use the proper tracking and communication tools utilized by the department.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Physical demands: requires lifting/carrying up to 50 lb and pushing/pulling up to 50 lb.

Preferred

• One to three years of environmental services experience in a healthcare or hospitality environment.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while protecting against unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: new graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.

Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.