Hospital Housekeeper Ft. Stewart

About the role

PCSI is seeking a Hospital Housekeeper at Ft. Stewart (Hinesville).

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of routine, unskilled and semi-skilled housekeeping work while maintaining the assigned location(s) clean.
• Perform all duties assigned in accordance with standard cleaning procedures of the American Hospital Association and the Joint Commission of Healthcare Organizations.
• Mix water and chemicals to create solutions used for daily cleaning according to Material Safety Data Sheets.
• Clean and supply patient rooms, wards, nursing stations, lounges, laboratories, bathrooms, offices and other assigned areas.
• Sweep and mop floors using reverse mopping procedures; may occasionally operate a buffer and blower fans.
• Clean rugs and/or vacuums carpets, upholstered furniture and draperies. May be required to use wet vacuums.
• Move and dust furniture and equipment as needed such as chairs, knee wells, picture frames, mirrors, filing cabinets, desktops, handrails, etc.
• Dust and wash walls, ceilings, sills, woodwork, partitions, windows, baseboards, Porcelain and stainless-steel fixtures as needed.
• Clean (wipe down) doors, furniture, and equipment as needed to established process and procedures.
• Stock and clean all dispensers as needed (soap, air freshener, paper towels and toilet paper).
• Remove and transport trash, waste and recyclables to disposal areas from assigned location(s).
• Clean blinds and hang privacy drapes or cubical curtains as required.
• Service, clean and replenish patient rooms and restrooms as needed (occupied and unoccupied).
• Clean carts, racks, and nursing stations as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior experience working as a housekeeper or relative experience is preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and understand the English Language.
• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities:
• Ability to use general cleaning equipment such as a mop, broom, wet vacuum, duster, pail, buffer etc.
• Ability to use general cleaning equipment as outlined in procedures to ensure proper usage and safety.
• Ability to read and follow proper dilution rates for cleaning chemicals provided to ensure there is no excessive use of supplies; will be required to only use what is needed and conserve cleaning supplies as appropriate.
• Ability to maintain assigned equipment in satisfactory and working condition.
• Ability to climb, bend, squat, lift and carry objects ranging from 10-60 pounds. Occasionally push objects up to 100 pounds; Prolong walking up to 90%.
• Ability to read and understand the “Material Safety Data Sheets” (MSDS) for all chemicals and solutions used during working hours.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures in place to perform duties assigned.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently to complete daily tasks.
• Ability to assist and communicate with others as needed and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to comply with Medicare, City, State, and Federal regulatory agency requirements.

Qualifications

• Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
• Ability to work in aseptic areas as needed and be exposed to various dirt, debris, odors, chemicals, and infectious disease(s).
• Ability to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Possess valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.
• If required, ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned site(s).

Skills

• Ability to read and understand the “Material Safety Data Sheets” (MSDS) for all chemicals and solutions used during working hours.
• Ability to follow policies and procedures in place to perform duties assigned.
• Ability to work as a team member and independently to complete daily tasks.
• Ability to assist and communicate with others as needed and establish effective working relationships.
• Ability to comply with Medicare, City, State, and Federal regulatory agency requirements.

Benefits

• Base pay of $20.74/hr depending upon experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other coverage: employer contribution offered to cover employee-only tier.