Housekeeper, Full-Time (Sacramento)
About The Position
The Housekeeper maintains a clean and sanitary environment throughout the hospital. The role cleans inpatient and non-patient areas, removes waste and soiled linens, maintains facility furnishings, replenishes supplies, and supports customer service and facility operations. The position may provide receptionist backup and perform related duties as requested. The Housekeeper follows organizational safety, security, ethics, and customer service standards; maintains confidentiality of patients and staff; keeps records up to date; and participates in professional growth and development activities. The role requires effective communication, organization, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced organization. Physical requirements include communicating in person or by telephone, giving and following detailed instructions, performing mental and basic arithmetic tasks, close-range vision, coordinating multiple tasks, reaching in multiple directions, sitting or standing for at least one hour at a time, repeatedly moving to and from the work area, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent preferred.
- Current Handle with Care certification, or obtain it within the first 30 days of hire.
- Basic reading, writing, and math skills.
- Basic English usage.
- Knowledge of and skill in applying basic cleaning and housekeeping procedures and methods.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person or by telephone with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to give and follow verbal and written instructions with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to perform complex mental functions and basic arithmetic.
- Close-range vision to see details of objects.
- Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to reach forward, up, down, and to the side.
- Ability to sit or stand for at least one hour at a time and repeatedly come and go from the work area throughout the day.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Strong organizational skills, including prioritizing projects, working relatively independently, managing multiple tasks, and meeting deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Commitment to collaborative work, with the skills to lead, influence, and motivate others.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding organization.
Nice To Haves
- Hospital experience.
- High school degree or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Replenish restroom supplies and maintain records as directed.
- Clean floors in inpatient and non-patient areas.
- Remove trash and waste from designated facility areas.
- Remove and replace soiled linens in designated patient areas.
- Maintain the facility and furnishings in a clean, orderly fashion.
- Follow the organization's safety and security policies and procedures.
- Maintain up-to-date records on supplies.
- Provide good customer service and represent the facility positively.
- Participate in activities that enhance professional growth and development.
- Follow instructions and meet deadlines.
- Provide backup for the receptionist.
- Perform related duties as requested.
- Uphold the organization's ethics and customer service standards.
- Maintain patient and staff confidentiality.
Benefits
- Health care plan covering medical, dental, and vision.
- Retirement 401(k) plan.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
