Housekeeper - Environmental Services

Glens Falls Hospital•City of Glens Falls, NY

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Glens Falls Hospital Housekeeper in the heart of the Adirondacks, where responsible and dedicated employees are valued and rewarded for their contributions. Our hospital is known for its strong community focus and welcoming family atmosphere, and we are seeking individuals who take pride in their work and demonstrate a high level of responsibility. As a dedicated housekeeper, you will be responsible for ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. Your duties will include cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, common areas, and medical equipment. You will also be responsible for handling biohazardous materials and following strict infection control protocols. In addition to a fulfilling work environment, we offer opportunities for referral bonuses for employees who recommend qualified candidates to join our team. We also provide tuition reimbursement for employees who wish to further their education and advance their careers in the healthcare field. If you are a responsible and energetic individual with a passion for cleanliness and a desire to contribute to the well-being of others in a community-oriented and family-friendly environment, we invite you to bring your talents to our team at Glens Falls Hospital! This is a great entry-level role for individuals interested in a career in health care, with on-the-job training available. It's great for individuals who have a passion for cleaning and an excellent opportunity for those seeking to advance their career or begin a career in a hospital setting. A shift differential is available for evenings and for rotating weekend coverage. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem opportunities are available.

Requirements

Must have exceptional time management, attendance, and communication skills with stake holders and fellow staff members.
Must be able to demonstrate the correct use of chemicals, supplies and tools (after brief training).
Ability to apply common sense to determine the most appropriate time to clean certain areas in order not to disrupt the patients or other hospital functions.
Ability to carry out both oral and written instructions and solve problems.
Must be able to deal comfortably with a wide range of people, i.e., physicians, nurses, other housekeepers, visitors, and patients.

Nice To Haves

Housekeeping or related field experience preferred but not required.
High school Diploma/GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Daily cleaning and sanitizing including removal of waste/disposables or project work in each assigned area.
Responsible for using basic housekeeping equipment, (mops, pails, dust mops, standard upright vacuums, and other cleaning equipment as assigned).
Responsible for moves and set up of equipment, furniture, and other items as assigned.