HOUSEKEEPER II (20 HRS/WEEK, DAY SHIFT)

About the role

The Housekeeper II is responsible for performing a wide range of specialized and routine cleaning duties to maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic environment within the hospital. This role involves cleaning patient rooms, operating rooms, laboratories, and other critical areas requiring a higher standard of cleanliness and infection control. The Housekeeper II is expected to have a strong understanding of hospital cleaning protocols, handle more complex housekeeping tasks, and assist in training and mentoring less experienced staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, including isolation rooms, operating rooms, emergency rooms, intensive care units, and other critical areas following established cleaning protocols and infection control guidelines.
• Operate and maintain various cleaning equipment, such as automatic scrubbers, floor buffers, carpet extractors, and steam cleaners.
• Perform advanced cleaning procedures, including terminal cleaning, deep cleaning of patient care areas, and specialized floor care tasks such as stripping, waxing, and buffing.
• Clean and sanitize high-touch surfaces, including bed rails, light switches, door handles, and medical equipment, to prevent the spread of infection.
• Follow proper procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous waste, sharps, and other regulated medical waste materials.
• Respond to emergency cleaning situations, such as spills or patient discharges, promptly and effectively to ensure patient safety.
• Replenish supplies, such as soap, paper towels, toilet tissue, and hand sanitizers in patient care areas, restrooms, and common areas.
• Conduct inspections of cleaned areas to ensure they meet hospital standards and report any maintenance needs or safety hazards to the supervisor.
• Assist in training and mentoring Housekeeper I staff and new employees on cleaning procedures, equipment use, and safety protocols.
• Maintain accurate records of cleaning tasks, supply usage, and equipment maintenance in compliance with department policies.
• Participate in continuing education and training sessions to stay current with best practices, safety regulations, and infection control standards.
• Demonstrate flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

Requirements

• Physical ability to perform tasks that involve standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.

Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in floor care or environmental services, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of floor care techniques, equipment, and cleaning agents.
• Familiarity with safety and infection control procedures and standards.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards of cleanliness.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Preferred Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Benefits

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package:

• Compensation: Base compensation within the position's pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training; premium pay such as shift differential and on-call; opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Benefits – 0.5 to 1.0 FTE: Paid Time Off programs; health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, Short- and Long-Term Disability); Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program.
• Benefits – 0.001 to 0.49 FTE: Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Exposure/Sensory Requirements:

• Chemicals: Refer to SDS Sheets.
• Video Display Terminals: None.
• Blood and Body Fluids: Occasional exposure during cleaning procedures.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens: Occasional exposure during cleaning procedures.
• Speech: Required to communicate with supervisor and patients.
• Vision: Ability to see soiled carpet, digital pager messages, assignments, etc.
• Smell: Ability to detect foul odors; helpful to note presence of electrical/fire safety.
• Hearing: Ability to hear alarms, voice pager messages.
• Touch: Ability to feel heat or cold with hands.

Activity/Lifting Requirements (percentage of normal workday):

• Sit: 0%
• Twist: 6%
• Stand: 33%
• Crawl: 1%
• Walk: 33%
• Kneel: 5%
• Lift: 6%
• Drive: 0%
• Squat: 10%
• Climb: 2%
• Bend: 5%
• Reach above shoulders: 5%

Weight Lifting Continuum (per normal workday):

• Up to 10 lbs: Continuously
• Up to 20 lbs: Frequently
• Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
• Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
• Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
• Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Lifting/Carrying Details: Putting away supplies, sometimes overhead. Mops and brooms carried 10 ft, knee high; vacuums carried 1 ft, ankle high; chairs (35 lbs) carried 10 ft, waist high.

Maximum Consecutive Time (minutes) per Activity:

• Sit: 0
• Twist: 18
• Stand: 130
• Crawl: 0
• Walk: 155