Cleaner (Hospital) - Full Time Overnight Shift (Alternating Weekends)

Stony Brook University • Town of Brookhaven, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Stony Brook Medicine Cleaners are responsible for cleaning, maintaining, and caring for hospital rooms, coordinators, and adjacent grounds. The role requires effective interpersonal communication and time management, attention to detail, and the ability to work with people at all levels of the organization. Work may take place in settings requiring a high degree of cleanliness and adherence to disinfectant procedures to minimize infection spread, including laboratories, clean rooms, operating rooms, and hospital, school, or custodial-care environments.

The position is full-time and described as an overnight shift with alternating weekends. Hospital shifts and pass days may change as necessary. The role may be designated essential, requiring employees to remain at or report to work during an institutional emergency. It may require respiratory protection, which may prohibit facial hair. Candidates must be physically able to perform the work and communicate effectively. Before starting, the selected candidate must complete a pre-employment physical and obtain medical clearance, complete an electronic reference check with at least three professional references, pass a four-panel drug screen, meet regulatory screening requirements, and provide copies of required New York State licenses or certificates. A resume or CV should be included with the online application.

Requirements

• Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to obtain and convey information.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand verbal communication at a basic level.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a hospital setting and/or in the hospital industry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and time management skills, attention to detail, and ability to work with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Wash floors, corridors, stairs and stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using cleaning implements and equipment.
• Collect, transport, and dispose of medical waste or spoiled linens according to cleaning procedures.
• Strip and wax floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets; and dust assigned areas using manual or mechanical equipment.
• Clean and scrub lavatories and locker rooms, including sinks, urinals, toilets, showers, shower walls and drains, tile floors, and common areas.
• Clean and polish furniture, metal fixtures, and equipment.
• Remove hazardous articles from floors, furniture, and equipment and place them in designated receptacles or appropriate locations.
• Move furniture and equipment for cleaning or arrange spaces for meetings and special events.
• Change curtains and drapes and hang pictures and other decorative objects.
• Empty trash, recyclables, and waste according to the cleaning schedule.
• Assemble the cleaning cart for assigned duties and mix and dilute cleaning solutions according to manufacturer directions.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing and specialized protective equipment as required by assignments.
• Check supplies and equipment, and notify a supervisor about low supplies, equipment malfunctions, and building maintenance issues.
• May remove snow and salt walkways; clean sidewalks, yards, and drives; and mow lawns with manual or mechanical equipment.
• May perform cleaning and disinfection in laboratories, clean rooms, operating rooms, or other settings requiring a high degree of cleanliness.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including generous leave and health insurance.
• Participation in the state pension system.
• Some positions may include supplemental pay such as location pay or shift differentials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed