Maintenance Technician - Inpatient Unit

Company: Compassus
Location: Auburn
Posted on: January 14, 2021

Job Description:

Current Compassus Colleagues: Please apply via Workday.POSITION SUMMARY:The Maintenance Technician is responsible for modeling the 3 Company values of Compassion, Integrity, and Excellence, and for promoting the Compassus philosophy, using the 6 Pillars of success as the foundation. S/he is responsible for upholding the Code of Ethical Conduct and for promoting positive working relationships within the Company, among all departments, and all external stakeholders. The Maintenance Technician performs functions in compliance with department, facility, and regulatory agency safety policy and procedure by demonstrating efficient and safe use of housekeeping equipment, solutions and to effectively communicate with supervisor, staff and patients. Also performs varied tasks in order to maintain an orderly, sanitary, and attractive environment of care within the facility.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES* Reports the need of any equipment needing repair or any unsafe conditions to supervisor.* Handles Bio-hazard and regular waste per department and infection control polices.* Respond to requests for engineering services from customers during evening, night and weekend shifts to provide an environment that is free of hazards and conductive to patient care within available resources.* Performs preventive or assigned maintenance tasks when not responding to service requests.* Maintains fire extinguisher maintenance and medical gas systems in accordance with regulatory requirement.* Maintains fountains outside in working order.* Provides floor maintenance as needed.* Provides minor repairs and/or replacement of parts (plumbing, light bulbs, bed alarms).* Reports potential patient safety issues to supervisor immediately.* Documents safety incidents in the safety binder and reports to supervisor.* Ability to effectively communicate with supervisor, staff and patients.* Presents department in a positive manner to visitors, patients, staff, doctors and others.* Participates as needed in agency quality improvement programs.* Demonstrates appreciation for patient's privacy and confidentiality.* Performs varied tasks in order to maintain an orderly, sanitary, and attractive environment of care within the family.* Cleans all assigned areas using the cleaning procedure as outlined in orientation. For example: uses appropriate solutions for cleaning and disinfecting area to be cleaned, thoroughly washes and sanitized beds/furniture when patients are discharged, routinely collects waste, collects waste, sanitizes trash can as needed.* Cleans assigned carts and equipment, ensures all items are returned in an orderly fashion 100% of the time.* Replenishes supplies such as paper towels, toilet tissue, soap, etc., bring supplies and equipment to area on an as needed basis.* Observes and follows isolation techniques in accordance with infection control policy.* Clean and sanitizes after blood and body fluid spills as needed, using proper techniques per infection control policy.* Consistently uses proper personal protective equipment.* Adheres to established company policies.* Performs other duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma or general education degree or two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a facilities maintenance capacity.Mathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage.Language SkillsAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from leaders, colleagues, investors, and external parties. Strong written and verbal communications.Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.Computer SkillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.Other QualificationsStrong organizational and time management skills. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights and weekends. Must have reliable transportation.Certifications, Licenses and RegistrationsA valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.Other Skills and AbilitiesAbility to understand, read, write, and speak English. Articulates and embraces hospice philosophy.diseases through working with clinical caregivers. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

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