Hospital Housekeeper II - Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center at Fort Belvoir in Alexandria

PCSI Careers•Fort Belvoir, VA

19h•$21•Onsite

About The Position

PCSI is seeking a Hospital Housekeeper II to oversee daily cleaning operations at Alexander T. Augusta Military Medical Center. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with cleaning standards and supporting team performance, particularly in critical care units and operating rooms. The position involves maintaining equipment, adhering to safety procedures, assisting during emergencies, and performing additional housekeeping tasks as needed. PCSI is an AbilityOne employer, prioritizing individuals and veterans with disabilities for this role.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Minimum one year of public sector (school, hospital, clinic, etc.) related experience preferred.
Experience using cleaning equipment.
Ability to walk, stand, stoop, bend, and reach.
Use of hands and fingers to handle or feel.
Ability to reach with hands and arms.
Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
Demonstrated ability to read and understand service requests, container labels, product information and directions on cleaning chemicals and other materials.
Working knowledge of cleaning methods, chemicals, and equipment.
Working knowledge of safety practices as related to the work.
Ability to follow directions, work rules and procedures, accept constructive criticism and interact harmoniously with coworkers, hospital staff and visitors.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
Ability to be exposed to various dirt, debris, and odors.
Subject to hazards associated with working in a health care environment that may cause personal harm; diseases, cuts, bruises, burns, common colds, influenza, dust, odors, and elevated noise levels.
Possess valid driver’s license and maintain good driving record.
If required, ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned site(s).

Responsibilities

Cleans and supplies patient rooms, operating rooms, emergency rooms, bathrooms, and other critical care areas as assigned.
Maintains a high level of productivity while working safely and dependably.
Uses cleaning devices such as light mops, small ringer, dusters, household-type vacuum cleaners and other tools, chemicals and supplies necessary to perform job duties.
Performs specific cleaning tasks, including dusting horizontal surfaces; emptying waste baskets and removing trash; damp-wiping furniture; cleaning and polishing metal and porcelain bathroom fixtures; dry mopping and sanitizing floors of rooms and offices; spot-cleaning walls and windows; replenishing room supplies; making beds and sorting and distributing linen.
Maintains assigned equipment for cleanliness and report needed repairs to equipment, furniture, building and fixtures.
In case of fire or other emergency, assist in escorting ambulatory patients to exits.
In case of community disaster, assist nurses in making extra beds and perform other duties as assigned.
Adhere to company rules, technical procedures and safety policies as may be communicated to employees verbally or in writing.
Works effectively with other team members.
Continually improves and develops skills and knowledge.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.