HOUSEKEEPER I

Cumberland Medical Center in Crossville, Tennessee is part of Covenant Health, East Tennessee’s largest nonprofit health system and a Becker’s “Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare.” The hospital is fully accredited by the Joint Commission and offers comprehensive care including cardiology, orthopedics, maternity, cancer treatment, and wound care in a family-oriented environment focused on exceptional patient care.

About the role

Cleans and sanitizes rooms and furnishings following established policies, procedures, and schedules to maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the hospital and related buildings. Also responsible for stocking supplies in restrooms and appropriate hospital rooms.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods.
• Assists in cleaning of emergency spills observed or upon request.
• Performs daily check of assigned equipment for cleanliness and proper repair.
• Observes and reports the need for repairs to equipment, furnishings, buildings, and fixtures.
• Removes waste and soiled linens from work area and places in specified containers or bags.
• Demonstrates proper handling of biohazardous wastes.
• Monitors levels of supplies and equipment; notifies supervisor of need for additional supplies.
• Performs personal inspection of all tasks performed and areas assigned.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards.
• Completes required education assignments annually.
• Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: None specified; any combination of formal education and/or prior work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skill, and ability needed to perform the essential tasks of the job, typically such as would be equivalent to a high school diploma or GED.
• Preference may be given to individuals possessing a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum Experience: None.
• Licensure Requirement: None.

Schedule

Part-time, 48 hours per pay period, variable shifts.