About the position
To clean patient care areas (e.g. operating rooms, endoscopy suites, etc.), patient rooms, offices, bathrooms, and other assigned areas using appropriate cleaning supplies. To operate floor care equipment (e.g. buffers, floor scrubber, water vacuums, hand tools). To prepare soiled linen for pick-up by commercial laundry service. To perform waste management activities (i.e. refuse, garbage, rubbish, contaminated trash, glass, and pathological waste). Position requires very heavy work, (NIOSH Agency definition), very heavy lifting of trash and linen bags, furniture and equipment, pushing, pulling and lifting to include but not limited to beds, carts, liner trash, furniture and equipment as needed. Schedule flexibility required to attend training on other shifts. Recognize patients and families as important members of the healthcare team by communicating effectively with patients, family and other staff.
Responsibilities
- Clean patient care areas including operating rooms, endoscopy suites, patient rooms, offices, and bathrooms.
- Operate floor care equipment such as buffers, floor scrubbers, and water vacuums.
- Prepare soiled linen for pick-up by commercial laundry service.
- Perform waste management activities including handling refuse, garbage, rubbish, contaminated trash, glass, and pathological waste.
- Lift, push, and pull heavy items including trash and linen bags, furniture, and equipment.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50-150 pounds occasionally and frequently carry up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to perceive objects visually and communicate effectively in English.
