Housekeeper I
Position Summary: Maintains cleanliness of hospital facilities following hospital, departmental, and regulatory agency requirements. Responsible for providing a safe, sanitary environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
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Cleans and restocks all assigned areas according to departmental standards and guidelines.
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Disposes of trash, biomedical and solid waste materials to appropriate disposal areas.
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Prepares patient rooms for occupancy after patients are discharged.
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Replaces supplies as needed.
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Alerts supervisor of potential problems and safety hazards.
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Performs other related duties as required and directed.
Lead Duties and Responsibilities (If classified in a Lead Role):
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Assists in quality control and performance improvement activities.
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Contributes to performance feedback, hiring decisions.
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Ensures standards are met (quality, timeliness, customer service, etc.).
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Evaluates and tests new procedures/processes.
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Orients and/or trains new staff.
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Problem solving capabilities.
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Subject matter expert/technical leadership.
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Workflow/distribution of work.
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Assists in assuring compliance with all regulatory and other agency requirements, laws, and statutes pertaining to the operation of the department.
Qualifications:
Required:
Preferred:
• Six months housekeeping or maintenance experience.
• High school diploma or GED.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Demonstrates knowledge of hospital and departmental policies, procedures and standards.
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Ability to accurately and legibly complete required work assignment forms.
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Ability to follows instructions and completes all assignments in a timely manner.
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Knowledge of safety procedures regarding disposal of biohazardous wastes and other trash according to departmental procedures.
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Knowledge of safety procedures regarding lifting and transferring equipment, supplies and furniture.
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Ability to use assigned equipment in a safe and careful manner.
Additional Information
- Schedule: Full-time
- Requisition ID: 26001861
- Daily Work Times: 12:00pm – 8:30pm
- Hours Per Pay Period: 80
- On Call: No
- Weekends: Yes