Director - Enviromental Services​/Housekeeping

Overview

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. GW Hospital has been recognized as a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for  and achieved High Performing status in Neurology and Neuroscience. It also received High Performing designations for multiple procedures and services, and the Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023.

The hospital is designated as a Level I Trauma Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center.

GW Hospital is committed to the development of its leaders and offers opportunities for professional development. The mission is to provide the highest quality of healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.

Director of Environmental Services/Housekeeping

Establishes, directs and sustains a fiscally responsible and measurably effective housekeeping and linen program across the hospital. Leads a housekeeping operation that produces a sparkling clean, hygienic, and safe environment that is patient-centered, sustainable (green cleaning and integrated pest management), aligned with customer demands, and yields results measured by patient satisfaction scores and internal KPIs within the approved budget. Maintains compliance with applicable Federal and District regulations (EPA, DDOE, DOH, OSHA).

The Director is a key member of the GW Hospital Leadership Team and supports professional development and leadership growth. The ideal candidate will be committed to the GW Hospital mission of providing excellent service to DC/Metro citizens, patients, and international patients.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field and 3-5 years of relevant management experience required OR 8 years relevant work experience in lieu of degree, plus management experience as required.
• Previous experience in a hospital environment required
• Experience working in a union environment is preferred
• Experience using LEAN or other similar performance improvement methods to transform operations preferred
• Must complete GWUH Hazardous Materials Training for Generators within 60 Days of hire

• Excellent customer service skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strategic planning skills
• Ability and experience to interact as a business partner to other departments and executives within the hospital and with external customers/partners

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Diversity and inclusion among teammates is critical to our success.

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