Laundry Technician

Sanford Health • Fargo, ND

10d

About The Position

Sanford Health is seeking a Laundry Technician to help maintain a clean environment in a healthcare organization. The role may be performed independently or as part of a team, using appropriate equipment, methods, and techniques to handle laundry safely, including sorting, washing, chemical application, and water-temperature controls.

Duties vary by location and follow local standard processes and policies. The technician follows infection-prevention guidelines and healthcare laundry standards when handling contaminated laundry; collects and sorts laundry; and handles, stores, and distributes clean laundry. Depending on the location, tasks may include collecting dirty linens from wards, rooms, and medical offices; distributing clean and disinfected linens; washing, drying, folding, and labeling linens or clothing; and storing and securing laundry supplies and equipment. Required personal protective equipment must be used as directed.

The position involves substantial physical activity and standing for most of the shift. Work hours may vary according to patient needs and, depending on the location, may include overtime, call or backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays. The listed schedule is an eight-hour day shift, Monday through Friday with occasional Saturdays, and 36 scheduled weekly hours.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Depending on location, a valid driver’s license and good driving record are required.
• Ability to lift and/or move 30–50 pounds and push or pull up to 500 pounds on flat surfaces or ramps.
• Ability to perform substantial physical activity and remain on one’s feet for most of the shift.

Nice To Haves

• Prior cleaning experience in a healthcare setting.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment, and methods used in cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned laundry tasks according to the location’s standard processes and policies.
• Follow infection-prevention guidelines and healthcare laundry standards when handling contaminated laundry.
• Participate in laundry collection and sorting and handle, store, and distribute clean laundry appropriately.
• Depending on location, collect dirty linens from wards, rooms, and medical offices and distribute clean, disinfected linens.
• Depending on location, wash, dry, fold, sort, and label linens or clothing.
• Depending on location, store and secure laundry supplies and equipment.
• Use or wear required personal protective equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED