About This Role

ICHC ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES ASSOCIATE

Work Location: 100% onsite in Cordova, AK. Remote/hybrid work not available for this position.

Team: ICHC Environmental Services

Salary Grade: 7

Reports To: Environmental Services Manager

Schedule: Part Time Regular 17.5 hours per week

FLSA Status: Hourly & Eligible for Overtime Pay

Last Revised: April 2026

Essential Notice:

In accordance with P.L. 93-638, preference in hiring practices is given to Alaska Native, American Indian, and Native American applicants. Hiring preference for NVE Tribal members is in effect for this position.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Ilanka Community Health Center Housekeeper is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary clinical environment in accordance with healthcare standards. This position performs routine cleaning and disinfection of patient care areas, restrooms, and common spaces to support infection prevention and patient safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

· Cleans and disinfects patient care areas, exam rooms, treatment rooms, restrooms, offices, and common areas according to established protocols.

· Follows infection prevention and control procedures, including proper use of disinfectants and personal protective equipment (PPE).

· Removes trash, medical waste, and recycling in compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

· Cleans and maintains floors, surfaces, fixtures, and furnishings.

· Restocks cleaning and sanitation supplies as needed.

· Reports maintenance issues, or supply shortages to appropriate staff.

· Strong understanding of HIPAA, and confidentiality standards to ensure lawful handling of Protected Health Information (PHI).

· Performs routine and deep‑cleaning tasks according to schedules and clinic needs.

·Cleaning of clinic housing as needed.

·Participate in infection control training.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF ALL STAFF

·Follows all NVE policies and related department procedures.

·Works safely in accordance with OSHA regulations and company safety policies.

·Immediately reports unsafe conditions, hazards, or injuries to HR or the designated safety contact.

·Attend all mandatory special events, meetings, and trainings.

·Assists with special events, meetings, and trainings as necessary.

·Maintains confidentiality at all times.

·Maintains awareness and sensitivity to various cultures.

·Embodies Tribal values throughout all work.

·Performs other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL SUPERVISORY DUTIES

None. This position has no supervisory duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of basic cleaning and sanitation procedures in a healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of infection control and safety practices.

SKILLS

• Skill in using cleaning equipment, supplies and disinfectants safely and effectively.

ABILITIES

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established cleaning protocols.
• Ability to work independently and manage assigned tasks efficiently.
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and meet cleanliness standards.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

This section outlines the education, training, and experience required for a candidate to be successful in this role, as well as any preferred qualifications that make a candidate stronger. The listed preferred qualifications are helpful to be more successful in the role but not mandatory.

EDUCATION

oNo formal education required; relevant experience or training is a plus.

WORK EXPERIENCE

oPrevious cleaning experience in healthcare environment preferred.

CERTIFICATES / CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

oPreferred: : Possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of an insurable driving record in accordance with the company’s auto insurance policy requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the essential functions of this position, the following will be required of employees:

Primarily Indoors

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