Job Description

Req ID: 176782
Company: Nova Scotia Health
Location: Eastern Zone, Northside General Hospital
Department: FMS Environmental Services NS
Type of Employment: Casual Casual Relief (3% FTE) x 5 position(s)
Status: UNIFOR Support Position
Posting Closing Date: Open Until FilledNova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We're on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators and creative thinkers today.Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with an Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.About the OpportunityPerforms general repetitive tasks in maintaining an assigned area, with due consideration for patients, visitors and staff. Maintains clean and sanitary conditions in assigned areas as directed, according to established standards, observing proper cleaning and disinfecting techniques. Participates in On-the-Job Training programs. Seeks clarification of duties when indicated. Offers assistance and/or instruction to co-workers. Extends courtesy and consideration to others in interpersonal relationships. Demonstrates professional manner in work setting. Channels suggestions, concerns, and queries to appropriate authority. Performs duties in a timely and effective manner. Practices responsible cost effectiveness in the use of time, materials and equipment. Observes all hospital and departmental personnel policies with particular reference to patient confidentiality. Practices and promotes safety awareness, observes fire regulations and reports any suspected safety hazards. Participates in and contributes to the departmental quality management program. Supports and participates in departmental continuing education programs. Performs other related duties as required.About YouWe would love to hear from you if you have the following:

• Grade 12/GED or relevant work experience required
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and methods that apply to a health care setting is an asset
• Good communication skills are essential
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.HoursCasual ReliefCompensation and Incentives$19.26 - $20.02 HourlyOnce You've AppliedThank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.xe2x80x8bThis is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.Follow Us!

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