FT Housekeeper | Norwalk Community Hospital
About The Position
Lemontree Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented EVS Housekeeper for its Environmental Services team at Norwalk Community Hospital. The role maintains the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of patient rooms, public areas, and other designated spaces in the healthcare facility. It supports a safe and healthy environment for patients, staff, and visitors by meeting cleanliness and infection-control standards. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday and weekends, with a shift from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The role involves routine cleaning and disinfection, floor care, waste and linen handling, supply inventory, safety practices, respectful patient and visitor interaction, quality reporting, and compliance with facility policies and infection-prevention protocols.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks independently.
- Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and push or pull heavy carts.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks.
Nice To Haves
- Previous housekeeping, janitorial, or environmental services experience in a healthcare setting is a plus but is not required.
Responsibilities
- Clean and disinfect patient rooms, bathrooms, offices, hallways, and public areas according to established infection-control and cleaning standards.
- Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors using proper techniques to maintain cleanliness and safety.
- Empty trash cans, replace liners, and transport waste to disposal areas.
- Collect soiled linens and deliver them to appropriate laundry facilities.
- Monitor and restock cleaning supplies and report shortages or issues to the EVS Supervisor.
- Follow safety protocols, including using personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintain cleaning equipment in good condition.
- Provide friendly and respectful service to patients, visitors, and staff while maintaining patient confidentiality and dignity.
- Respond to special cleaning requests in patient care areas.
- Assist with quality assurance checks by reporting cleanliness concerns or safety hazards to the EVS Supervisor or Manager.
- Comply with healthcare facility policies, state regulations, and infection-prevention protocols.
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
