Worker: EVS

Position Summary:   

Under the general supervision of the Manager of Environmental Services, the EVS Worker implements and maintains a clean and safe environment for patients, staff and visitors by adhering to strict infection control standards, properly managing waste disposal and maintaining the overall cleanliness of the hospital campus.  The employee must: 

• Follow procedures / processes established by the Manager of Environmental Services;  
• Keep assigned areas clean and hazard free; 
• Maintain cleaning equipment and supplies; 
• Track cleaning solutions by open and expiration dates; 
• Store / keep cleaning solutions following established benchmarks; 

The Environmental Services Worker must be able to perform / work in an efficient and friendly manner. The employee must also: 

• Maintain clean and sanitary conditions through attention to detail;  
• Demonstrate the ability of perform repetitive cleaning tasks while standing for extended periods of time; 
• Maintain a positive attitude and interacting respectfully with patients, staff and visitors; and 
• Ensure that all duties are completed efficiently and on schedule. 

Join a Hospital That Feels Like Family – In a Town That Feels Like Home 

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an award-winning, independent Critical Access Hospital serving the residents and visitors of Archuleta County and the surrounding region. As a modern rural hospital, PSMC delivers exceptional emergency, primary, and specialty care supported by advanced technology, a collaborative medical staff, and a leadership team committed to quality, safety, and patient-centered service. 

At PSMC, you are not just a number – you are a valued team member whose contributions make a real difference. We prioritize professional growth, meaningful work, and a positive, supportive workplace culture grounded in our WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect. 

What you'll find at PSMC: 

• A supportive, collaborative culture where people truly care about each other 
• Modern facilities and growing service lines 
• Leadership that listens and invests in staff 
• Opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career 
• A place where you can have direct impact on patient care and community wellness 

Live Where Other People Vacation  

Pagosa Springs is a mountain paradise tucked among the rugged peaks of the San Juan National Forest. Here, you can step into nature the moment you clock out:  

• Relax in our world-famous hot springs 
• Ski or snowboard at Wolf Creek Ski Area – "the most snow in Colorado," just 30 minutes away 
• Explore hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, and off-roading trails 
• Enjoy fly fishing, rafting, or paddle boarding on pristine rivers and lakes 
• Experience warm, friendly community with local festivals, live music, farmers markets, and small-town charm 

If you're looking for meaningful work, work-life balance, and a community that embraces you – PSMC and Pagosa Springs are the perfect place to build your future. 

• Base Compensation Range: $ $22.38 hourly, based on years of relevant experience. "Relevant experience" means relevant to the employee's responsibilities set forth in the job description as determined by the HR Manager, CAO, applicable department manager/director and applicable senior leader. 
• Shift Differential Pay: 
  • Swing Shift Differential: Employees who work majority of hours between 2:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. receive a Swing Shift Differential of an additional $3.00 per hour. 
  • Night Shift Differential: Employees who work majority of hours between 6:30 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. receive a Night Shift Differential of an additional $5.00 per hour. 
• Benefits: Benefits include generous paid time off, separate sick leave, health, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability and option for short-term disability, and retirement plan with employer contribution.  
• Job Type: Full-time  
• Anticipated End Date for Posting: December 31, 2025. The deadline may close sooner due to an unanticipated business necessity, such as an incumbent vacating the role earlier than anticipated. You are encouraged to apply well in advance of the deadline.  

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment health and drug screen and background check. 

Qualifications:  At all times , the employee shall possess the following qualifications set forth below.

Education/Training:

Check ALL that Apply:

X

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

X

Hospital EVS experience is desired but not required.

Special Skills, Licenses or

Certifications:

X

CHEST certification is desired but not required.

X

Current AHA BLS certification for Heart Saver is required.   

X

Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Office, electronic health record).

Language Skills:

X

Demonstrates ability to read, write, and clearly express one's self in English 100% of the time.

X

Additional languages are desired but not required.

X

Demonstrates ability to listen.

X

Demonstrates ability to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken work, to impart oral information to others or the public and to convey detailed spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly.

Work Environment:

X

Work is performed in a hospital and clinic setting with exposure to work stress, environmental stress and frequent interruptions; noise level is moderate; frequent daily communications with patients, employees, vendors and/or the public. 

Cross-Training of  

Position: 

X

PSMC cross-trains job positions.  This job description must cross-train to be able to effectively perform the job position(s) of:  None.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

X

This position IS NOT responsible for supervising other personnel.

Job Hazards:

X

Exposure to blood, bodily fluids and communicable disease. 

X

Verbal or physical abuse.

X

Exposure to radiation, chemicals and hazardous materials.

X

Potential equipment and device / product hazards.

X

Exposure to heat, cold and water.

X

Physical strain due to lifting, moving and positioning equipment. 

X

Liability due to current public consciousness. 

 Physical Demands: 

Check ALL that Apply:

 Description 

X 

 Alternate Sit/Stand or Walk at Will – Able to alternate    between sitting and standing as needed. 

X 

 Climbing Ramps/Stairs – Able to ascend or descend ramps and/or stairs using feet and legs.  Hands and arms may be used for balance, i.e., holding the rail. 

X 

 Far Visual Acuity – Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.  This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well. 

X 

Fine manipulation – Picking, pinching, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm as in gross manipulation. 

X 

Foot/leg controls – Using one or both feet or legs to move controls on machinery or equipment.  Controls include but are not limited to pedals, buttons, levers, and cranks. 

X 

Gross manipulation – Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with hand(s).  Fingers are involved only to the extent that they are an extension of the hand. 

X 

Hearing requirements – Able to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds, i.e., machinery alarms, medical codes/alarms, one on one or in a group or conference. 

X 

Keyboarding – Entering text or data into a computer or other machine with a keyboard. 

X 

Kneeling – Bending at the knees to come to rest on knee(s). 

X 

Lifting – Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling).   

X 

Carrying – Transporting an object, usually by holding it in the hands or arms, but may occur on the shoulder. 

X 

Near Visual Acuity – Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print, including the use of computers. 

X 

Peripheral vision – Observing an area that can be seen up and down or right to left while eyes are fixed on a given point. 

X 

Pushing – exerting force upon an object so that the object moves away from the force. 

X 

Pulling – exerting force upon an object so that the object moves toward the force. 

X 

Reaching at/below shoulder level – Extending hand and arms from 0 up to 150 degrees in a vertical arc.  Reaching requires the straightening and extension of the arm and elbow and the engagement of the shoulder.  The elbow does not need to be locked at any time and the arm does not need to remain in a continuously straight position. 

X 

Reaching overhead – Extending hands and arms in a degrees vertical arc.  Reaching requires the straightening and extension of the arm and elbow and the engagement of the shoulder.  The elbow does not need to be locked at any time and the arm does not need to remain in a continuously straight position. 

X 

Standing/walking – Standing is to remain on one's feet in an upright position at a workstation without moving about.  Walking is to move about on foot. 

X 

Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by bending the spine at the waist – requiring full use of the lower extremities and back muscles. 

Type of Work 

 Select (1) 

Seldom 

Occasionally 

Frequently 

Constantly 

Sedentary 

Up to 10 pounds 

Up to 10 pounds 

Negligible weight 

No weight 

Light Work 

11-25 pounds 

11-25 pounds 

1-10 pounds 

Negligible weight 

Medium Work 

26-50 pounds 

26-50 pounds 

11-25 pounds 

1-10 pounds 

Heavy Work 

X

51-100 pounds 

51-100 pounds 

26-50 pounds 

11-25 pounds 

Very Heavy Work 

>100 pounds 

>100 pounds 

>50 pounds 

>25 pounds 

Standard Job Requirements:  At all times , employee shall satisfy the following requirements:

Culture:

Adheres to our standards of conduct and culture (WISER) as defined by our policies and procedures including maintaining, always, an attitude of positive teamwork, compassion, integrity, and respect for our patients, visitors and staff.   

Demonstrates commitment to service excellence and promotes positive patient, visitor, and employee experiences. 

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with others (i.e., co-workers, supervisors, patients, visitors, vendors of PSMC and the public). 

Works effectively on PSMC/department team matters and recognizes situations which require teamwork. 

Quality:

Must consistently demonstrate compliance with organizational-wide competency statements and performance criteria based on established quality and key performance indicators. 

Safety:

Participates in employee training, disaster preparedness and emergency events. 

Reports potential safety issues as soon as possible. 

Demonstrates safe operation of equipment and uses supplies / materials / chemicals as directed by instructions for use. 

Wears non-slip footwear to prevent fall and/or injury. 

Follows established policies and procedures for employee illness and/or exposure to illness/disease.  Does not come to work sick. 

Service Excellence:

Demonstrates proper phone etiquette when talking on the phone for business. 

Answers phone messages promptly, by the end of the business day or as established by your department.

Demonstrates proper email etiquette when utilizing PSMC email