Medical Waste Specialist

Carle Health
United States, Illinois, Urbana
611 West Park Street (Show on map)
Nov 07, 2024
Position Summary: Responsible for the movement and disposal of medical waste, including potentially infectious waste as well as general waste, from various collection points until its final removal from the facility. Qualifications: EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS None specified CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS None Specified EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS None specified SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Able to understand the functions and operate the equipment that is part of the med waste process. Understand the purpose and properly use PPE. Essential Functions: Assist in med waste transporting as needed per proper handling instructions. Completes paperwork in a timely and accurate manner. Identifies equipment malfunction in emergency situations, power failure, water leaks, etc, and notifies 1-up. Cleans equipment and surrounding area. Maintains equipment records and other documents as required by law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. \| For more information: human.resources@carle.com. Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.