Job Description

About this Job:

General Summary of Position

Under supervision maintains prescribed standards of cleanliness for assigned areas using germicidal solutions and following prescribed procedures and posted work schedules.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Technical/Environmental Duties: Cleans all assigned areas in accordance with standards of cleanliness and highest quality of cleaning excellence. Polishes assigned floor surface areas by operating electric washing scrubbing stripping waxing and polishing equipment making manual adjustments to attain optimal results. Performs other duties as required such as cleaning light fixtures wall vents furniture walls conference room set-ups and moving furniture. Completes carpet care such as spot cleaning vacuuming and scrubbing. Maintains cleaning equipment and assist in repair troubleshooting as needed. Empty trash and hazardous waste. Deposits refuse in specified collection areas following waste procedures. Makes timely rounds and always follows universal precautions. Assists with spill chemical and other hazardous waste clean-up according to policy. Uses 7 step cleaning process for all patient areas. This includes vacuuming dusting washing sweeping mopping of restrooms beds furniture equipment and open areas. Cleans specialized areas such as isolation and surgical areas to highest standards according to procedures. Observes safety and infection control precautions in cleaning of assigned areas. Performs discharge cleaning for all patient discharges following department procedure and policies as needed Customer Service: Provides services to patients staff and families as needed. Introduces self to patients and visitors Checks in with patients before leaving room Answers and responds to patient visitor and staff requests. Greets patients and visitors arriving on the unit. Approach greet and offer assistance and direction to patients family members physicians and others who may need help in finding their way. Development: Participates with supervisors in identifying learning needs. When learning needs are identified participates in training and development activities. Attends hospital sponsored training programs as required by the department. Meets all mandatory obligations. Organizational knowledge: Works effectively within and between departments. Participates in departmental projects Participates in interdepartmental activities when asked. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff supervisors and managers both inside and outside the unit. Communicates with supervisor need for repair of any equipment.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Experience

1-2 years Experience required in housekeeping required 1-2 years Experience in floor care/projects preferred Experience in medical hospital or institutional experience preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Ability to read write speak and comprehend English. Ability to operate various power and manual equipment (such as burnisher scrubber etc.)

This position has a hiring range of : USD $17.50 - USD $28.73 /Hr.