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Housekeeper-1

ClearSky HealthWaxahachie, TX, US
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Housekeeper

The Housekeeper cleans and services the Hospital to ensure the safety, health, and morale of patients, visitors, and employees, and of patients' recovery by helping provide a clean, attractive, and safe environment. This position must integrate company values into daily practice.

Essential Functions :

  • Cleans all patient rooms and ancillary areas in assigned area using Hospital approved processes and procedures.
  • Cleans patient rooms immediately upon patient discharge from the Hospital.
  • Vacuums and cleans upholstered furniture and carpeted areas.
  • Replaces all soiled window draperies, moves furniture and other equipment as directed. Spot cleans and washes walls.
  • Cleans light fixtures, vents, and other apertures. Cleans window frames, door frames, televisions and other high dusting using ladder when necessary.
  • Collects soiled linen from all patient areas and distributes the clean linen and hospital gowns back to the appropriate unit.
  • Assists in maintaining floors by proper cleaning techniques which include stripping, waxing, buffing, as needed.
  • Collects waste from all areas of hospital, sanitizes garbage cans, and properly disposes of waste and bio-waste if necessary.
  • Strictly adheres to Hospital policies and procedures regarding use of hazardous materials and exposure to body substances and utilizes / wears required protective equipment and / or clothing.
  • Takes daily inventory of supplies and cleans and inspects equipment for any repairs or replacements. Notifies administration of equipment repairs.
  • May be required to work during inclement weather and other staffing emergencies.
  • Provides an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and staff. Assesses the risks for safety and implements appropriate precautions. Complies with appropriate and approved safety and Infection Prevention standards.
  • Maintains regular attendance in keeping with assigned work schedule.
  • Performs other duties as assigned to support overall effectiveness of the organization.

Minimum Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
  • 1 year experience in hospital or skilled nursing facility preferred.

    • Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

  • Knowledgeable of appropriate healthcare environmental services procedures.
  • Effective organizational and time management skills.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to maintain quality, safety, and / or infection prevention standards.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
  • Ability to work closely and professionally with others at all levels of the organization.

    • Physical Requirements Over the Course of a Shift :

  • A significant amount of standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, often for prolonged periods of time.
  • Lifting / exerting of up to 50 lbs.
  • Possible exposure to bodily fluids.
  • Close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Ability to hear overhead pages.
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    Housekeeper-1 • Waxahachie, TX, US