Evs Aide I Environmental Services | Full-Time Day Shift |25318
Company: Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
Location: Paramus
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center We are dedicated to
providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse
community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive
and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a
difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge
Medical Center is looking for an Environmental Services Aide I. Job
Duties & Requirements: Carries out all duties required to maintain
optimum levels of cleanliness and disinfection in the patient care,
ancillary, and public areas of the hospital. These areas include,
but are not limited to, resident/patient rooms and bathrooms,
nursing stations, ancillary rooms, lounges and waiting areas,
public restrooms, and examination rooms. Completes responsibilities
as assigned or directed accurately and in a timely manner. Follow
the 5-Step Cleaning process and other Departmental processes to
perform the following duties, not limited,: to dust mopping all
floors, damp mopping spillage, etc., reconditioning of floors, spot
washing of walls, complete cleaning of patient rooms (beds,
venetian blinds, furniture, etc.), dusting of furniture, washing
and polishing all wooden and metal furniture, disposing of rubbish
properly, and cleaning all areas of the restrooms (toilets,
mirrors, counter tops, sinks, etc.) and restocking supplies as
necessary. Operates all cleaning equipment and supplies used by
department for various cleaning or buffing jobs. Moves heavy
objects such as beds, desk, copy machines, etc. for cleaning
purposes. Identifies medical waste from regular waste and disposes
of the regular and medical waste in an appropriate manner following
hospital regulations. Hand hygiene must be performed before and
after transport of a patient. Laboratory coat, provided, must be
worn during transport of a patient. Escorts patients within the
Medical Center to and from patient units via appropriate means of
transportation (e.g., wheelchair, bed and stretcher). Assists
Nursing with lifting patient when requested. Transports deceased
patients or residents to morgue. Maintains records of assignments,
including description of person/item, time of pick-up and delivery,
obtaining appropriate signatures as required. Ensures safety and
comfort of patient (e.g., makes sure safety straps are properly
fastened on wheelchairs and beds; assures that IV pole is firmly
attached and that there IV bag is full; checks that patient has
proper covers). Keeps equipment (e.g., stretchers, wheelchairs)
clean and in good repair. Participates in mandatory educational and
in-service programs. Customer Service: respect, flexibility,
knowledge, confidence, professionalism, helpfulness, pleasant
attitude and patience. All responses should be timely,
professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer
Service Performance expectations. Maintains established
departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance
program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values
Statements. Must possess and maintain Heart Saver Certification.
Perform lifesaving skills. Other Duties Performs other duties as
assigned to support the overall objectives of the department and
organization. Position Qualifications Housekeeping experience a
plus but not required. Formal on the job training provided. Minimum
of 1-year previous patient care experience preferred. Speaks, reads
and writes English to the extent required by the position. Must
possess and maintain Heart Saver Certification. Perform lifesaving
skills. Education High School Diploma or equivalency preferred. Job
Setting/Physical Demands All areas of Medical Center. Extremely
heavy physical effort (lift/carry 50 lbs. or more.) Frequent
prolonged standing/walking. Pushes/pulls or moves/heavy
equipment/supplies. Considerable reaching, stooping, bending,
kneeling and/or crouching. Manual dexterity and mobility. Lifts,
positions, pushes and/or transfers patients. Salary commensurate
with experience within posted range. $19.00 PER HR/DIFFERENTIALS
$1.15 EVE NIGHT & WEEKEND We provide a comprehensive benefits
package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy
that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and
nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal
and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition
reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our
employees ongoing development.
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