Hospital Housekeeper II, Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center at Fort Belvoir in Alexandria

About the Role

PCSI is a non-profit AbilityOne employer whose mission is to enhance the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, partnerships, and innovation. This Hospital Housekeeper II position is based at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, reporting to the Supervisor. Work hours vary based on operational needs across three shifts. Individuals and veterans with disabilities may be prioritized; documentation may be required.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and supplies patient rooms, operating rooms, emergency rooms, bathrooms, and other critical care 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 communicated verbally or in writing
• Works effectively with other team members
• Continually improves and develops skills and knowledge

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum one year of public sector (school, hospital, clinic, etc.) related experience preferred
• Experience using cleaning equipment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 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