Afternoon Housekeeper (FT)

About the role

Performs routine cleaning duties within designated patient care area. Cleans and disinfects assigned areas occupied by patients; offices; and ancillary areas; and lounge areas to maintain a safe, healthy and aseptic environmental for personnel, patients and visitors.

Core duties and responsibilities

• Maintains all hard surface floors via mopping as required.
• Maintains all carpeted surfaces using assigned equipment.
• Move furniture with proper equipment and help as assigned.
• Arrange furniture in assigned manner for special functions or routine cleaning.
• Replenishes supplies as assigned.
• Keeps patient restrooms stocked with paper supplies.
• Gathers and disposes of trash, infectious waste and recycling items properly.
• Cleans and disinfects according to specified cleaning procedures in patient and non-patient areas.
• Arranges furniture to maintain an orderly and attractive environment.
• Sanitizes patient bathrooms, public rest rooms, employee lounges, and exam rooms.
• Participates in disaster and emergency evacuation plans as directed; attends training programs regarding new supplies and equipment.
• Sanitizes bed, patient room and bathroom upon patient discharge, also makes bed with clean linen.
• Verifies that all electrical equipment in the patient care area is in working condition i.e., nurse call, bed control, light bulb.
• Initiates work order via Housekeeping Supervisor to correct all deficiencies.
• Utilizes chemicals properly and safely in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and procedures.
• Operates equipment safely following manufacturer's and departmental operating procedures.
• Checks walls and carpets for soiled spots; washes walls, shelves and windows; dusts furniture and window sills.
• Provides spot cleaning of all spills and accidents.
• Notifies Supervisor if further assistance is required.
• Maintains work areas and equipment in clean and orderly condition; carries out all routine user upkeep of equipment and promptly reports mechanical failure to Facilities Management.
• May provide housekeeping services at off site locations and/or hospital locations.
• May be cross trained in other areas.

Physical requirements

• Frequent standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds.

Working environment

• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids and different types of cleaning chemicals.

Skills and abilities

• Possesses the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests.
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of assigned areas, necessary supplies and equipment.
• Must be able to read and follow written work assignments.