WASTE PROCESSING ASSISTANT

Description

Job Summary: Responsible for the collection, treatment, processing, and containment of hospital waste, ensuring compliance with legal regulations and maintaining organization of the relevant areas. Key Highlights: 1. Collection and treatment of waste in hospital settings 2. Waste processing for volume reduction and decontamination 3. Organization and cleaning of waste treatment units **Job Description** --------------------- * Responsible for collecting and treating recyclable, common, organic, infectious, and chemical waste generated in the clinical and administrative areas of the Moinhos de Vento Hospital Association, as well as for cleaning trolleys and storage and treatment areas for such waste and related equipment, aiming to comply with RDC 306 and the PGRSS (Healthcare Service Waste Management Plan). **Responsibilities and Duties** ----------------------------------- * Collect waste from utility rooms in clinical and administrative areas using collection trolleys (approximately 70kg to 100kg) to prevent waste accumulation in these environments. * Weigh waste upon arrival at waste storage and treatment units, entering data into the waste weight tracking system for waste generated in various areas, and also weigh processed materials upon departure. * Sort recyclable waste and process it using dedicated shredders to reduce volume and accumulation in waste storage and treatment units. * Collect organic waste generated by the Food Production Department during pre- and post-food preparation stages, and process it using composting equipment to convert it into organic fertilizer. * Process infectious waste using waste sterilization equipment (autoclave); after successful decontamination, shred it using specialized equipment to reduce microbial load and volume of infectious waste. * Sinter shredded waste using dedicated equipment to compact it. * Package and label post-treatment waste in designated locations to organize space and expedite external collection logistics. * Maintain organization and cleanliness of waste storage and treatment units, performing comprehensive cleaning every two weeks and daily cleaning of trolleys and premises to ensure that waste collection, treatment, and containment logistics meet institutional standards. **Requirements and Qualifications** ------------------------------ * Completed Elementary Education (Diploma presentation mandatory). * Working hours: 1:00 PM to 9:20 PM, rotating shift schedule 6x1\. Minimum Educational Requirement: Elementary Education (1st level) * On-site cafeteria * Health and dental insurance plans * Pharmacy benefit program * Totalpass benefit program * Challenge Program * Well-being and care initiatives