UMH Sparrow Eaton Hospital - Environmental Service Tech/Housekeeper

Sparrow•Charlotte, MI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of tasks involved in the cleaning of patient rooms, staff work areas, and common areas. This role requires knowledge of general cleaning methods, materials, and equipment, as well as regulatory standards and hospital policies related to infection control and safety. The position involves continuous physical activity and the ability to communicate effectively with various individuals within the hospital environment.

Requirements

No prior work related experience
Ability to read and understand labels and instructions on cleaning solutions and equipment
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in a pleasant manner with staff, patients and their families, and visitors while performing housekeeping tasks
Physical ability to continuously stand/walk/bend/reach/stoop/kneel/ crouch/lift, remove trash and soiled linens, and properly utilize required equipment
Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and understanding of general cleaning methods, materials and equipment
Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies applicable to the environmental services function including infection control and safety practices

Responsibilities

Selects cleaning materials and supplies from designated area and transports to work area.
Cleans and disinfects assigned patient rooms, staff work areas, and common areas, including dusting furniture, sweeping/mopping floors, vacuuming rugs, removing trash and soiled linens, changing linens, cleaning fixtures, and washing windows.
Washes and polishes sinks, showers, mirrors, and similar fixtures/equipment.
Replenishes supplies of soap, paper towels, toilet paper, and other dispensable items.
Stocks and delivers linens to designated areas.
Notifies supervisor of needed repairs.
Keeps equipment, supplies and cart in a clean and orderly condition.
Shampoos carpets as directed.
Strips, waxes and polishes floors as directed.
Identifies cause and determines method of removing stains from floors, carpets and furniture using a variety of cleaning supplies and equipment.
Assumes responsibility for delivering, ordering, and stocking linen to all departments.
Attends staff meetings and in-service programs.
Uses PPE as required.
Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values, and customer service initiatives.
Adheres to the organization’s policies & procedures, and compliance guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.