HOUSEKEEPER

Independence Health System•Greensburg, PA

13d

About The Position

Performs daily cleaning in patient rooms, public areas, and ancillary areas to maintain a clean, sanitary, and attractive healthcare environment for patients, visitors, and employees. Uses various cleaning equipment and collects regulated and non-regulated waste, soiled linens, and other materials for placement in designated locations according to department procedures and regulatory guidelines. If the Supervisor is absent, employees may seek assistance from the Lead Housekeeper, who acts as the department’s liaison to management. The role is scheduled according to operational needs, which may include rotating shifts, standby, and on-call work. Local travel between Independence Health locations may be expected. This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but serves as a coach and mentor to other department 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 Pennsylvania State Police system.

Responsibilities

Clean and service assigned hospital areas and facilities.
Complete routine cleaning requests from customers within departmental duties.
Perform 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 other materials to designated locations according to department 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 department procedures.
Accurately record supplies taken or removed on department inventory forms and record accurate data on work-related forms.
Document task status on forms and communicate it verbally to the shift charge person; ensure all requested form fields are completed.
Move furniture, including beds, chairs, and gurneys, in patient areas.
Follow direction from the charge person and use resources to prevent damage to surfaces.
Coach and mentor other positions in the department.
Perform other duties as assigned.