Linen Distribution Technician

Parkland Health

About The Position

Fills and delivers a variety of linen orders for internal and external customers in a timely, safe, and sanitary manner. The position transports clean linen throughout healthcare facilities serviced by Parkland’s Linen Services department, fills carts according to established par levels, and supports the department’s production and workflow. The technician operates linen-handling and laundry equipment, completes records and paperwork, maintains a safe and clean work environment, and follows applicable rules, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Must be able to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, and follow instructions.
Must demonstrate manual dexterity, accurately count linen, and maintain applicable records.
Must be able to move heavy linen carts constantly throughout the workday.
Must demonstrate a basic working knowledge of applicable laundry equipment.
Must communicate effectively with co-workers and other hospital staff.

Responsibilities

Transports and delivers clean linen in a timely and safe manner to designated areas throughout healthcare facilities serviced by Parkland’s Linen Services department.
Fills linen carts with clean linen according to established par levels for various linen-user areas.
Restocks automated scrub apparel dispensers and empties soiled scrub collection units according to established procedures.
Operates the cart tugger used to tow linen carts throughout the facility.
Completes production logs, delivery records, cart-filling logs, and other assigned paperwork accurately and legibly.
Monitors equipment use, identifies and reports malfunctions, and operates laundry equipment safely to minimize malfunctions.
Maintains a safe and clean work environment.
Provides backup for other Linen Services positions, including soiled linen sorting, clean linen processing, and order-filling, to support continuous workflow and adequate production levels.
Identifies opportunities to improve work processes and customer satisfaction, makes recommendations to the supervisor, and assists with implementing and monitoring improvements.
Attends meetings and in-service sessions to stay current with laundry-industry developments and applies knowledge gained to work practices.
Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines; follows internal controls and seeks guidance as needed.
Keeps current with developments and trends in the field through activities such as seminars, workshops, professional journals, professional organizations, or maintaining certification or licensure.