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Environmental Assistant, Casual (PRN)

Bellin Gundersen · Hillsboro, WI · $16.47–$21.83 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you worked as part of a team to get a big job done.

What they are checking: Teamwork with other staff, which the posting lists among key traits.

This job is Monday through Thursday, 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tell me how you've kept up good attendance in past jobs.

What they are checking: Dependability on long early shifts, which keeps a small hospital running.

Why do you think cleaning work matters to patient care in a hospital?

What they are checking: Whether they see their work as part of patient safety and comfort, not just a cleaning job.

What would you do

You notice a leaking ceiling tile and some chipped paint in a hallway. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they report maintenance and painting issues to the supervisor, as the posting asks.

A patient asks you for help getting out of bed while you're cleaning their room. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Knowing the limits of their role while still being kind and getting the right person to help.

You have a full list of rooms and the nurses ask you to turn over one room right away for an admission. How do you plan your day?

What they are checking: Flexibility and prioritization that support patient flow.

About the work

Walk me through how you would clean a patient room after discharge so it's safe for the next patient.

What they are checking: Knowledge of a thorough, ordered room clean that prevents infections from spreading.

What's the difference between cleaning and disinfecting, and why does contact time matter?

What they are checking: Whether they understand that disinfectants only work when used correctly.

How do you handle a room with an isolation sign on the door?

What they are checking: Following isolation and protective equipment rules, which protects them and patients.

How would you safely handle and dispose of sharps or biohazard waste you find in a room?

What they are checking: Safe waste handling habits that prevent needle sticks and exposures.

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The full job description

As published by Bellin Gundersen.

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Job Highlights • Casual position scheduled as needed. • Casual incentive pay. • Competitive hourly pay range of $16.47 to $21.83, based on experience. • Support a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. • Opportunity to work in a mission-driven health care setting. About this role Join Emplify Health by Gundersen Hillsboro as an Environmental Assistant and help create a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients and caregivers. In this role, you will support daily operations through cleaning, waste disposal, and attention to detail. Your work helps advance our mission of empathy amplified by supporting excellent care in a community setting where every role matters. Key responsibilities • Work collaboratively with health care team members to provide waste disposal and cleaning services. • Demonstrate dependability, problem solving, teamwork, organization, and effective time management. • Report incidents, maintenance concerns, housekeeping issues, and painting issues to the Environmental Services supervisor. • Provide indirect patient care by cleaning. • Follow safety guidelines related to body mechanics, hazardous materials, and personal protective equipment. What you will need • High school diploma or equivalency, required. • No experience required. • 1 year of healthcare Environmental Services experience, preferred. • Strong dependability, problem solving, teamwork, and organizational skills. • Ability to prioritize work and use time effectively. • Commitment to safety, quality, and excellent customer service. • Ability to work in a fast-paced health care environment. What we offer • Casual position scheduled as needed. • Competitive hourly compensation based on experience with casual incentive pay. • Opportunity to support patient care in a mission-driven health care environment. Our culture & values At Emplify Health by Gundersen, we live our mission of empathy amplified through belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork, and humility. As an Environmental Assistant, you help create the clean, safe environment that supports healing and comfort for patients and families every day. Our organization includes more than 10,000 caregivers across seven hospitals and 65 clinics, all working together to close health disparities and strengthen healthy communities. In Hillsboro, you will be part of a close-knit rural community with strong local values and the satisfaction of serving neighbors close to home. Let's connect! Megan Wopat, Manager of Human Resources mjwopat@emplifyhealth.org | (608) 489-8106 If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact the recruiter listed below: Primary Recruiter: Megan Wopat Recruiter Email Address: MJWopat@emplifyhealth.org We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future. Equal Opportunity Employer

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