Manager Environmental Services

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Work Shift
Day

Work Day(s)
Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Shift Start Time
Variable

Shift End Time
Variable

Worker Sub-Type
Regular

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Job Description
Provides and maintains an organized and effective Environmental Services department in support of Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta's mission and values. Ensures impeccable levels of cleanliness and infection control throughout the facility. Functions as a leader and role model for the entire Environmental Services staff. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services and promote a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta.

Experience

- 5 years of experience in management in a health facility or hotel

Preferred Qualifications

- N/A

Education

- Bachelor's degree and 5 years of leadership experience

Certification Summary

- No professional certifications required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Job Responsibilities

- Oversees effective daily operations of the department on the first, second, and third shifts.
- Ensures that impeccable levels of cleanliness and infection control are maintained in an organized, timely, and cost-effective manner throughout the facility.
- Develops and implements a comprehensive quality improvement plan with measurable targets and helps to ensure that its goals and objectives are accomplished, and outcomes are measured and communicated.
- Develops, cultivates, and maintains a dynamic customer service philosophy, incorporating the philosophy of family-centered care.
- Manages the efficient, cost-effective allocation of linen in all affected areas, providing a comprehensive cost-analysis report.
- Organizes, conducts, and documents all training and in-services for the first, second, and third shifts in accordance with the education plan.
- Manages an effective, responsible inventory control plan.
- Ensures that all first, second, and third shift annual performance appraisals are completed and that all employees meet the MID requirement in a timely manner.
- Manages program to support effective patient flow through proactive prioritization and allocation of resources.
- Monitors patient flow discharge and transfer data, identifies trends, and improves processes.
- Removes barriers or escalates to appropriate leader.
- Responsible for all aspects of managing and leading a team including interviewing, hiring, training, developing, directing work and processes, managing performance, recognizing, and rewarding employees.
- Mentor team members to encourage personal and professional growth.
- Encourage ongoing skill development by providing opportunities for continued education.

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.

Primary Location Address
1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family
Environmental Services