Laundry Assistant

Laundry Assistant for NHC HealthCare Fort Oglethorpe NHC HealthCare Fort Oglethorpe is looking for a Laundry Assistant to join our team.

The position is responsible for sorting out dirty laundry, loading and unloading washing machine and dryer and folding center linens. QUALIFICATIONS :

• Must be able to read Standard English.
• Must be able to operate standard and commercial laundry machinery.
• Must be able to understand and follow instructions. PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
• Able to pull and push wet laundry (50 - 75 pounds) from washing machine.
• Able to be on feet 7 - 8 hours per day.
• Able to stoop, kneel, and bend.
• Able to see, hear and communicate adequately to complete job duties and responsibilities.
• Able to lift 30 - 40 pounds frequently. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Are determined by the center and may include, but are not limited to the following :
• Report to laundry at the assigned time and gather dirty laundry as instructed.
• Load washers with dirty linens and prepare linen for morning change.
• Keep dirty linen separate from clean linen at all times.
• Check water temperature of each washing machine to be sure it is at least 150 .
• Clean all lint traps in accordance with center policy or at least once per shift.
• Check levels of laundry detergents, softeners and bleach according to center policy.
• Keep floors, walls and equipment are kept clean.
• Remove clean laundry from washer and load dryer, making sure that clean laundry does not touch the floor.
• Operate washing machines and dryers are operated in accordance with manufacturer's and center's policy and procedures.
• Removed dry clothes from dryer, fold and store in accordance with center policy.
• Inform supervisor of any problems with equipment so that repairs can be made.
• Shut down all equipment in laundry in accordance with center policy when fire alarm sounds.
• Other duties which may be assigned from time to time.
• Be familiar with and follow all federal, state and center policies and procedures.
• Work safely, following proper procedures when using chemical agents National HealthCare Corporation is recognized nationwide as an innovator in the delivery of quality long-term care.

Our goal is to provide a full range of extended care services, designed to maximize the well-being and independence of patients of all ages.

We are dedicated to meeting patient needs through an interdisciplinary approach combining compassionate care with cost-effective health care services.

The NHC environment is one of encouragement and challenge ... innovation and improvement ... teamwork and collaboration .

and honesty and integrity. All NHC employees are committed as partners, not only to the health of our patients, but to the well-being of the communities we serve.

If you are interested in working for a leader in senior care and share NHC's values of honesty and integrity , please apply today and find out more about us at nhccare.

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