Laundry Technician - PT - Days

Sanford Health•George, IA

5d•$11 - $17

About The Position

Sanford Health is hiring a part-time Laundry Technician for day shifts, with 20 scheduled hours per week. The role helps maintain a clean environment in a healthcare organization and may involve working independently or as part of a team. The technician handles laundry safely and appropriately, following local processes and policies and infection-prevention guidelines for contaminated laundry. Depending on the location, duties include collecting and sorting dirty linens and clothing, washing and drying items, folding and labeling laundry, and handling, storing, and distributing clean linens. The technician may also store and secure laundry supplies and equipment. Work hours can vary depending on patient needs and may include overtime, call or backup call, nights, days, weekends, and holidays. The position involves using required personal protective equipment and spending most of the shift on one’s feet. Physical activities may include climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials. The role may involve noise from operating equipment.

Requirements

Ability to lift and/or move up to 30–50 pounds and push or pull up to 500 pounds on flat surfaces or ramps.
Ability to perform physical activities including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, twisting, squatting, and handling materials.
Ability to remain on one’s feet for the majority of the shift.
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.

Nice To Haves

Prior cleaning experience in a healthcare setting.
Knowledge of materials, equipment, and methods used in cleaning.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean environment in a healthcare organization.
Handle laundry safely using appropriate equipment, methods, techniques, chemical applications, and water temperatures.
Follow infection-prevention guidelines and organizational and healthcare laundry standards when handling contaminated laundry.
Collect and sort dirty linens and clothing from wards, rooms, and medical offices.
Wash, dry, fold, and label linens or clothing according to local processes and policies.
Handle, store, and distribute clean and disinfected laundry appropriately.
Store and secure laundry supplies and equipment when required by the location.
Use or wear required personal protective equipment.
Work independently or as part of a team.