Hospital Housekeeper - NMCP Portsmouth, VA

PCSI Careers•Portsmouth, VA

9d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

PCSI is seeking a dedicated Housekeeper to join our team at Portsmouth, VA. This role is crucial for maintaining a clean and sanitary environment within the hospital setting. The Housekeeper will perform a variety of cleaning tasks, ensuring all areas meet high standards of hygiene. This position reports to the Housekeeping Supervisor and is based in Portsmouth, VA. PCSI is an AbilityOne employer, prioritizing veterans and individuals with disabilities for employment opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
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 work.
Ability to follow directions, understand work rules and procedures, and accept constructive criticism.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Present a professional image and have a neatly groomed appearance while on duty.
Mobility to frequently alternate between sitting, standing, and moving about the facilities.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, twist, crouch, kneel, use hands to handle, and move about the facilities; may lift, push and/or pull up to 50lbs.
Ability to effectively read, write, and speak the English language.

Nice To Haves

One or two years of public sector (school, hospital, etc.) related experience preferred.
Certified Healthcare Environmental Services Technician (C.H.E.S.T.) preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform 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.
Use cleaning devices such as light mops, small ringer, dusters, vacuum cleaners, and other tools, chemicals, and supplies necessary to perform job duties.
Maintain assigned equipment for cleanliness and report needed repairs to equipment, furniture, building, and fixtures.
In case of fire or other internal emergency, assist in escorting ambulatory patients to exits.
Adhere to company rules, technical procedures, and safety policies as may be communicated to employee verbally or in writing.
Other duties as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.