Linen Utilization Specialist

Hospital Housekeeping Systems•Texarkana, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Linen Utilization Specialist is responsible for the distribution and collection process of linen throughout the hospital organization as well as the overall management of linen.

Requirements

Focused on quality and is detail oriented.
At least 1 year of operations/management experience - preferably with laundry operations.
Proficient in the use of Windows based office software including but not limited to Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Must possess great people skills, communications skills, client relations skills, as well customer service skills.
Ability to control and manage inventories appropriately and within budget.
Able to work a flexible schedule that may include nights, weekends and holidays.
Able to multi-task.
Able to adapt to change.
Strong teamwork skills – ready and willing to work closely with all levels of personnel.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel

Responsibilities

Participates in the forecast of expenses, planning and execution of budgets.
Handles issues such as training, regulatory compliance, and staffing when needed in cooperation with the onsite EVS Director.
Participates in reporting, feedback and customer relations for the operation.
Assists in production of weekly reporting for operations, Key Indicators, Payroll, and Human Resource functions.
Ensures with LUM (Linen Utilization Management) Vice President and/or EVS Director/Regional LUM oversight regulatory compliance for all required agencies. Must be knowledgeable of OSHA and JCAHO requirements. Liaison for all Joint Commission, linen review, and operating committees within the faculty and hospital group.
Develops themselves in conjunction with Vice President oversight as well as works toward growing new business within the facility.
Facilitates succession planning for his/her position.
Attends and documents laundry facility surveys per HLAC guidelines.
Assists in the organization and participates in nursing education pertaining to linen consumption.
Monitors and consults on HHS linen distribution policies and procedures.
Assists, when called upon, in the delivery of linen to appropriate distribution points inside the hospital.
Monitors and consults on HHS Safety programs and trainings.
Monitors and assists in the execution of linen savings initiatives in order to meet or exceed PPD/PAPD goal standards.