Under the supervision of the Waste Supervisor, the Waste Handler is responsible for collecting, separating, containing, transporting, processing and/or shipping solid waste & regulated medical waste (RMW) in accordance with relevant department and hospital procedures and all regulatory requirements
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Collects, separates, contains, labels and transports solid waste, medical waste & recyclable goods from generation points to specified collection location
Empties, relines, & cleans solid & medical waste containers according to department procedures
Ensures that all medical waste is scanned through the radiation monitor and compliant prior to processing or shipping.
Segregates pathological & chemotherapeutic waste for containment prior to shipping offsite for incineration.
Monitors available waste compactor capacity; alerting Supervisor to ensure that unit is emptied before reaching full capacity.
Operates solid waste and soiled laundry chute systems according to department protocol.
Operates OR waste lift according to department protocol
Separates, contains, seals, labels, weighs, & stores high-risk infectious (red bag) waste for vendor pickup to be incinerated
Operates solid waste compactor safely according to department procedure
Separates recyclables (glass, metal, paper, cardboard, etc.) for pickup. Operates baler according to department procedure for recycling cardboard/plastic
Secures dysfunctional or unsecured equipment against unauthorized use. Reports breakdowns to supervisor
Cleans and disinfects medical waste carts and totes. Maintains waste area facility in a clean and orderly condition; sweeps and cleans area at the end of each shift.
Assures safe working conditions at all times as designated by the SOP; utilizes safety equipment and/or protective equipment as directed (i.e. safety gloves and eye protection), follows defined safety procedures.
Performs other similar or related duties that may be assigned or as necessary
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Basic ability to speak and understand English (oral & written).
Secondary education (or GED) preferred.
3 - 6 months experience preferred.
Able to understand and apply regulations and codes governing medical waste handling.
Skills and Abilities Required:
Requires physical ability to bend, stoop, reach & climb ladders. Must be able to lift & carry more than 50 lbs repetitively.
Must be able to operate waste chutes, lift, compactors & baler; perform independently with intermittent supervision; and establish own work plan and priorities following established procedures.
Working Conditions
Constant exposure to hazardous & infectious materials in the forms of fumes, human and animal waste, blood & body fluids, sharps, etc.
Working in a coverall uniform with personal protective equipment (PPE).
Exposed to extreme temperatures, both hot & cold
Denotes essential functions
EEO Statement
MGB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability.
