Housekeeper

Independence Health System Careers•Butler, PA

About The Position

The Housekeeper cleans and services assigned hospital areas and facilities, completes routine cleaning requests within departmental duties, and maintains equipment, materials, and waste holding areas according to hospital and departmental standards. The role follows established work patterns and cleaning procedures, handles regulated and non-regulated waste and soiled linens according to procedures and regulatory guidelines, and uses supplies cost-effectively while accurately recording inventory and work-related information. The Housekeeper communicates task status to the shift charge person, moves furniture in patient areas, follows directions from the charge person, and uses resources to prevent damage to surfaces. Scheduling is based on operational needs and may include rotating shifts, standby, or on-call work. Local travel between Independence Health locations may be expected. The role has no direct supervisory responsibilities but may coach and mentor other departmental positions.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Good organizational skills, independent thinking skills, and sound judgment.
Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Act 34 Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check from the PA State Police system.

Responsibilities

Clean and service assigned hospital areas and facilities.
Perform routine cleaning requests within departmental duties.
Complete daily cleanup and care of equipment and materials.
Meet the hospital's established cleanliness standards and follow departmental work patterns and cleaning steps.
Collect and transport regulated and non-regulated waste, soiled linens, and materials to designated locations according to departmental procedures and regulatory guidelines.
Secure containers and liners and place them upright to prevent spillage; clean waste holding areas daily.
Obtain, use, and replenish supplies cost-effectively according to hospital and departmental procedures.
Accurately record supplies taken or removed on department inventory forms and enter accurate data on work-related forms.
Record task status on forms, communicate it verbally to the shift charge person, and complete all required data fields.
Move furniture, including beds, chairs, and gurneys, in patient areas.
Follow directions from the charge person and use resources to prevent damage to surfaces.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Coach and mentor other positions in the department.