Housekeeping

Essential Functions

• Adheres to and supports team members in exhibiting TMCH values of integrity, community, compassion, and dedication.
• Identifies appropriate cleaning methods for specific environment.
• Identifies appropriate cleaning product; follows manufacturer directions and/or established hospital procedures for application of cleaning product.
• Collects refuse and deposits in allocated place for pickup and disposal; handles discarded hazardous materials safely and appropriately.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Identifies and matches paper and soap products for appropriate dispensers and fills as required.
• Cleans and assists with basic daily maintenance of equipment; uses proper body techniques to move furniture or other items as needed.
• Follows procedures for scheduled removal or as needed maintenance and replacement of draperies and curtains.
• Adheres to TMCH organizational and department-specific safety and confidentiality policies and standards.
• Exhibits excellence in customer service through appropriate attitude and interaction with all patients, visitors, and staff.
• Performs terminal cleaning procedures of patient rooms and prepares room for new occupant; follows isolation procedures in isolation rooms.
• Makes recommendations concerning, painting, repairs, furnishings and furniture, relocation of equipment and allocation of space to improve sanitation, appearances, and efficiency.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• This is an entry-level position.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

None required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to learn and utilize cleaning applications and products.
• Skill in following directions and organizing work.
• If patient facing, must have the ability to read or listen and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos in the English language.
• Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers.
• Ability to read a clock and accurately document time.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to perform basic computer tasks (e.g. log in and out, check e-mail, etc.).