Hospital Housekeeper I, 3rd Shift - Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center at Fort Belvoir
This role is based at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center in Fort Belvoir, Virginia and reports to the Supervisor. PCSI is an AbilityOne employer; individuals and veterans with disabilities may be prioritized and documentation may be required.
About Us
PCSI is a non-profit organization whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, partnerships, and innovation. We vet, prepare, lead, and sustain a skilled workforce that provides top-tier services at job sites across the country. Our areas of expertise include total facilities maintenance, hospital environmental services, custodial and grounds, disability awareness training, job coaching, and job placement. We integrate people with disabilities and veterans into meaningful jobs with competitive wages and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Cleans and supplies patient rooms, wards, nursing stations, lounges, lavatories, bathrooms, offices, and any other areas as assigned.
- Maintains a high level of productivity while working safely and dependably.
- Uses cleaning devices such as light mops, small ringer, dusters, household-type vacuum cleaners and other tools, chemicals and supplies necessary to perform job duties.
- Performs specific cleaning tasks, including dusting horizontal surfaces; emptying waste baskets and removing trash; damp-wiping furniture; cleaning and polishing metal and porcelain bathroom fixtures; dry mopping and sanitizing floors of rooms and offices; spot-cleaning walls and windows; replenishing room supplies; making beds and sorting and distributing linen.
- Maintains assigned equipment for cleanliness and reports needed repairs to equipment, furniture, building and fixtures.
- In case of fire or other emergency, assists in escorting ambulatory patients to exits.
- In case of community disaster, assists nurses in making extra beds and performs other duties as assigned.
- Adheres to company rules, technical procedures and safety policies as may be communicated to employees verbally or in writing.
- Works effectively with other team members. Continually improves and develops skills and knowledge.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum one year of public sector (school, hospital, clinic, etc.) related experience preferred.
- Experience using cleaning equipment.
- Ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, and reach.
- Use of hands and fingers to handle or feel. Ability to reach with hands and arms.
- Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand service requests, container labels, product information and directions on cleaning chemicals and other materials.
- Working knowledge of cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment.
- Working knowledge of safety practices as related to the work.
- Ability to follow directions, work rules and procedures, accept constructive criticism and interact harmoniously with coworkers, hospital staff and visitors.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
- Ability to be exposed to various dirt, debris, and odors.
- Subject to hazards associated with working in a health care environment that may cause personal harm; diseases, cuts, bruises, burns, common colds, influenza, dust, odors, and elevated noise levels.
- 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).
PCSI does not offer immigration sponsorship for this position. This includes visa types such as H-1B, TN, and STEM OPT.
Benefits
- Base pay of $19.75 per hour
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage