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Environmental Services (EVS) Aide

Lexington, KY 40503

Industry: Healthcare Job Number: DB192395716 Pay Rate: $18 / hour

Job Description

 
Job Title: Environmental Services (EVS) Aide
Location: Lexington, KY 
Job Type: Nights 5x8-Hour (19:00 - 07:00) 
Competitive hourly rate: $18.00 an hour
Position Summary:
The EVS Worker is a vital part of the hospital team, responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role supports infection prevention efforts by performing thorough cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, surgical areas, public spaces, and clinical environments in accordance with hospital protocols and health regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Clean, disinfect, and restock supplies in patient rooms, exam rooms, operating rooms, emergency departments, and common areas.
  • Follow hospital-approved cleaning protocols and infection control procedures, including terminal cleaning and isolation room procedures.
  • Dispose of biohazardous waste, sharps containers, and soiled linens safely and according to regulations.
  • Clean high-touch surfaces regularly to minimize the risk of infection transmission.
  • Respond promptly to housekeeping service requests from nursing staff and other departments.
  • Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as floor machines, auto scrubbers, vacuums, and carpet extractors.
  • Restock hand sanitizers, soap dispensers, paper products, and other consumables.
  • Report safety hazards, damaged equipment, or facility issues to the EVS Supervisor.
  • Participate in emergency cleaning situations (e.g., spills, code contamination clean-ups) as needed.
  • Maintain professional and compassionate interaction with patients, visitors, and healthcare personnel.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • At least 6 months of housekeeping or janitorial experience in a hospital or healthcare setting preferred.
  • Knowledge of infection control standards and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English; bilingual skills a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail, dependability, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Physically able to perform repetitive tasks, stand for extended periods, and lift/move up to 50 lbs.
Work Environment:
  • Exposure to cleaning chemicals, bodily fluids, and medical waste.
  • Regular use of PPE and adherence to hospital safety standards.
  • Fast-paced environment requiring attention to urgency and detail.

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Meet Shane...

Shane s journey with Nextaff began in 2019, when he established a successful franchise in the Kansas City metro area. His experience as a Nextaff franchise owner provides prospective buyers with a completely transparent view of the Nextaff Franchise Opportunity. Prior to his time at Nextaff, Shane led large sales teams in the Financial Services and Medical Device industries, further developing his expertise in leadership and business management.

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Do you play sports?

Basketball! I was fortunate enough to play college basketball all 4 years and in 2013 we won the NCAA DII National Championship.

What do you love most about your current role?

Getting to know prospective franchise buyers. I love hearing about their goals and dreams they want to achieve through entrepreneurship.

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Orange! Yes, it is one of Nextaff s main colors but it was my favorite before coming to Nextaff. In the franchising world, I m known as Orange pants guy .

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Meet Cary...

When it comes to operating a staffing firm, Cary has worn every hat. From recruiting, to sales, to management, to ownership, he has been involved in every aspect of running a successful staffing business. He has successfully led three separate companies to the Inc. 500 and Inc. 5000 lists, which puts him in an elite class of staffing entrepreneurship. Combining that experience with a strong passion for entrepreneurs makes Cary an ideal leader for driving the Nextaff vision.

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Loyal, Driven, Creative

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