Housekeeping Worker- Environmental Services-Mount Sinai West-Full Time/Evenings (3pm-11pm)/Every Other Weekend/Holidays
About The Position
Cleans, maintains, and supplies assigned patient and non-patient areas according to standardized departmental procedures, using mechanical equipment, tools, chemical solutions, and cleaning supplies. Sets up conference rooms and private dining rooms for meetings and gatherings while observing safety rules, and keeps equipment clean and in good condition. The role includes preparing cleaning solutions and supplies; cleaning furnishings, bathrooms, rooms, patient equipment, windows, walls, and carpets; disinfecting with germicidal solutions; replenishing supplies; moving furniture and equipment; responding to spills; and safely operating and maintaining equipment. The worker follows departmental procedures and OSHA/JCAHO standards, handles and disposes of chemicals and waste appropriately while wearing protective attire, and reports safety hazards or damaged items.
Responsibilities
- Prepare cleaning solutions, housekeeping supplies, and equipment for assigned tasks.
- Dust and clean furniture, windowsills, light fixtures, vents, ledges, blinds, shades, radiators, doors and frames, moldings, windows, lights, clocks, signs, cabinets, and other areas that accumulate dust or soil, following departmental procedures.
- Clean bathrooms, fixtures, pipes, tile walls, metals, partitions, and attachments; replenish soap and paper supplies as needed or instructed.
- Disinfect rooms, beds, patient furniture, and equipment such as rolling stock with germicidal solution.
- Hang or remove cubicle curtains, drapes, shades, and blinds; move furniture, equipment, and supplies.
- Spot-clean windows, walls, and carpets; vacuum carpets and upholstered furniture.
- Clean or remove spills observed or reported upon request.
- Follow established procedures when performing all tasks.
- Use various equipment to perform assigned tasks.
- Operate equipment safely and clean it according to established guidelines.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA/JCAHO standards.
- Follow standard practices for storing, issuing, and labeling chemicals.
- Dispose properly of regular, recyclable, sharp, and regulated medical waste while wearing proper protective attire and observing safety rules and practices.
- Report safety hazards, leaky pipes or faucets, and broken furniture, blinds, or other items.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
