Housekeeping Worker-Environmental Services-Mount Sinai West-Full Time, 3pm to 11pm, Every Other Weekend and Holiday

Description

Housekeeping Worker – Environmental Services – Mount Sinai West – Full Time, 3 pm to 11 pm, Every Other Weekend and Holiday. Cleans, maintains and supplies assigned patient and non‑patient areas according to standardized procedures of the department by utilizing mechanical equipment, tools, chemical solutions and cleaning supplies. Sets up conference rooms, private dining rooms for various types of meetings and gatherings, observing safety rules. Keeps equipment clean and in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Prepares cleaning solutions, housekeeping supplies and equipment as assigned to perform housekeeping tasks.
• Dusts and cleans furniture, windowsills, light fixtures, vents, ledges, blinds, shades, radiators, doors and frames, moldings, windows, lights, clocks, signs, cabinets, and any other areas that accumulate dust or soil according to departmental procedure.
• Cleans bathrooms, fixtures, pipes, tile walls, metals, partitions and attachments; replenishes soap and paper supplies as needed or instructed.
• Disinfects rooms, beds, patient furniture and equipment such as rolling stock with germicidal solution.
• Hangs and/or removes cubicle curtains, drapes, shades and blinds; moves furniture, equipment and supplies.
• Spot‑cleans windows, walls and carpets; vacuums carpet and upholstered furniture, etc.
• Cleans or removes spills observed or upon request.
• Follows established procedures in performing all tasks.
• Uses various equipment while performing assigned tasks.
• Operates equipment in a safe manner and cleans all equipment according to established guidelines.
• Maintains compliance with OSHA/JCAHO standards.
• Follows standard practices for storing, issuing, and labeling chemicals.
• Properly disposes of all regular, recyclable, sharp items and regulated medical waste while wearing proper protective attire and observing safety rules and practices.
• Reports all safety hazards, leaky pipes and faucets, and any broken furniture, blinds, etc.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199‑MSW.

Employer Description

Strength through Unity and Inclusion – The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual. Our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow.

About the Organization

Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, over 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. The system advances health for all people, everywhere, by tackling complex health‑care challenges—discovering new scientific knowledge, developing safer treatments, educating future medical leaders, and supporting local communities. Through integrated hospitals, labs, and schools, Mount Sinai offers comprehensive health‑care solutions from birth through geriatrics, leveraging innovative approaches such as artificial intelligence while keeping patients’ medical and emotional needs at the center of treatment. The system includes more than 9,000 primary and specialty care physicians, 13 joint‑venture outpatient surgery centers, and over 30 affiliated community health centers. It is consistently ranked by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals and recognized for excellence in numerous specialties.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $24.605 – $26.4614 hourly. Actual salaries depend on experience, education, and operational need. The listed range does not include bonuses, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.