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Environmental Services Specialist
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Garden City, KS, 67846-5679
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 16-18.41 HOUR
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
Floor Care: Provides basic and specialty cleaning services to all areas of the hospital, focusing primarily on the operations of heavy mechanical equipment (e.g., scrubbers, buffers, polishers, extractors, wet vacuuming equipment, etc.) used in the cleaning and maintenance of hard and soft (i.e., carpet) flooring surfaces, including stairwells, hallways and public spaces.
Specialty Units: Work includes providing a safe care environment for patients, and staff (visitors as appropriate to setting) within a specialty area (surgical services/perioperative suite, cath lab, endoscopy, etc.) achieved by demonstrating the principles of cleaning, disinfection and quality assurance toward the reduction of harmful pathogens for the benefit of patients, visitors, and staff.
Other: Responsibilities may also include work in the Environmental Services Tech I classification.
- Responsible for completing as assigned, performs all types of floor care and maintenance throughout the facility, including hard surfaces and carpeting.
- Adhere to all organizational safety, risk management and infection control standards while promoting a culture of safety.
- Responsible for cleaning and disinfection of specialty units & equipment. Areas include but are not limited to Surgical Services, Labor Delivery, Critical Care, Endoscopy, MRI, Trauma, Cath Lab, NICU, Mental Health and Burn Unit.
- Performs duties while demonstrating working knowledge of the health care cleaning and disinfecting principles and requirements, proper and safe chemical use, equipment handling, and labor saving products for all items within the specialty environment tasked with servicing.
- Actively participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives, including but not limited to initiatives to improve patient experience and cleanliness metrics.
- Follows all environmental and infection prevention practices (i.e. proper cleaning and disinfection protocols and process, hand hygiene, standard & isolation precautions, as well as proper donning and doffing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Identify and utilize appropriate resources to ensure identified problems or concerns are followed through and resolved
In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
Ability to explain orally or in writing the differences between levels of disinfection and perform intermediate level disinfection in areas where required.
Communicates orally or in writing openly and candidly, creates an environment where co-workers and team members reciprocate in kind. Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others
Can distinguish the differences between levels of disinfection and perform low and intermediate level disinfection.
Ability to operate necessary equipment/machines.
Effectively uses computers and mobile devices.
Respectfully listens to viewpoints and ideas of others.
Ability to work without close supervision.
Physical Requirements
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly.
At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
St. Catherine Hospital, located in Garden City, Kansas, was founded by two pioneering physicians and the Dominican Sisters. They created and maintained the spirit that has enabled St. Catherine Hospital employees to develop a thriving health care facility unlike any other in southwest Kansas. Like many of the families and businesses in our community, our roots run deep – 85 years of excellence and counting. Residents of Garden City enjoy life in a relaxed, small-town (population approx. 30,000) with a zoo, several parks, golf courses, modern shopping and more.
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Frequently asked questions
Specialists in Garden City apply intermediate and low-level disinfection techniques tailored to sensitive hospital zones like surgical suites and NICUs. They balance chemical safety with pathogen control, ensuring patient and staff environments meet rigorous health standards specific to Catholic Health Initiatives' protocols.
Certifications such as Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Professional (CHESP) or Infection Control credentials are highly regarded in Kansas. These qualifications demonstrate expertise in healthcare sanitation and infection prevention, aligning with regional safety and compliance expectations.
This specialist role demands mastery of specialized cleaning equipment and disinfection processes for complex healthcare environments. Proficiency in infection control, use of advanced floor care machinery, and understanding of healthcare operational standards distinguish it within environmental services careers.
Catholic Health Initiatives fosters growth through continuous training on infection prevention standards and equipment handling, alongside leadership that prioritizes team success. Their supportive environment encourages skill enhancement and participation in quality improvement initiatives.
Working in a faith-based, patient-centered organization requires blending technical cleaning expertise with compassion and communication skills. Specialists should prepare for varied environments, from surgical units to mental health spaces, demanding adaptability and adherence to strict safety protocols.
Garden City presents a moderate competition level due to a smaller population and limited healthcare facilities. Candidates with specialized healthcare cleaning experience and certifications often have an advantage, as demand aligns closely with regional healthcare growth.
Given Garden City's relaxed small-town setting, most employees experience manageable commutes with opportunities for a balanced lifestyle. The hospital’s culture supports team collaboration and flexibility to foster a healthy work-life integration.
Salaries for Environmental Services Specialists in Garden City typically range from $30,000 to $40,000 annually, slightly below national urban averages but competitive locally. Compensation reflects the specialized healthcare environment and cost of living in southwest Kansas.
Daily duties include operating floor care machinery, executing disinfection protocols in specialty units, and collaborating on infection prevention efforts. Specialists ensure clean, safe environments across hospital departments, directly impacting patient and staff wellbeing.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes a mission-driven culture combining healthcare excellence with compassion. Specialists here engage in continuous improvement teams and benefit from leadership that values employee growth within a community-focused hospital in Garden City.