Environmental Service Aide I

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

Job Overview:

The Environmental Services Worker is responsible for a 7-step cleaning process in patient care areas and other areas of the hospital. In this cleaner role you are responsible for following infection control guidelines and for providing a safe and sanitary environment for all. This position may also be called upon to aid the other departments that make up Hospitality Services.

* Collects waste in assigned areas within schedule time
* Dry and damp mop floors in assigned areas.
* Clean all equipment and return to appropriate area at end of shift.
* Understands the inspection process and follows up with recommendations.
* Follows the cares training program when interacting with patients and nurses.
* Demonstrates correct procedures for scrubbing and refinishing hard floors.
* Carpet care procedures are followed, and proper spotting methods are used.
* Responsible for small furniture moves, meeting set-ups and communicates if there are any concerns.
* Able to fill in for job assignments following the 7 steps of cleaning.
* Maintains project equipment room cleanliness
* Reports any and all types of mechanical issues

About Lowell General Hospital:
Lowell General Hospital is an independent, not-for-profit community hospital serving the Greater Lowell area and surrounding communities. With two primary campuses located in Lowell, Massachusetts, we are the second-largest community hospital in Massachusetts. We have the latest state-of-the-art technology and a full range of medical and surgical services for patients, from newborns to seniors.

Magnet Designation:
TheAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital withMagnet Recognitionfor excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.