Housekeeper I - Part Time Nights

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital; Pelham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for an essential cleaning role. This position involves maintaining a clean and safe environment through thorough cleaning and sanitization practices. Candidates will engage in a variety of tasks, from daily cleaning duties to specialized sanitization of patient equipment. The role requires physical stamina and a commitment to safety and quality standards. Join a team that values your contribution to health and safety in a supportive workplace. If you have a passion for cleanliness and service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred; experience accepted.
• Ability to perform cleaning tasks and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and discharge cleaning, including bed-making and toilet cleaning.
• Follow 8-step cleaning procedures and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Cleaning and sanitization

Environmental maintenance

Manual dexterity

Understanding of English

Service orientation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cleaning chemicals

Job description

Key Details:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Cleaning, sanitization, and environmental maintenance.

Patient Care Required? No

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform daily and discharge cleaning, including bed-making, wall spotting, toilet cleaning, and high/low dusting.
• Follow 8-step cleaning procedures and maintain professional, safe work practices.
• Use caution signs and cones to ensure safety.
• Complete unfinished tasks from previous shifts and report maintenance issues.
• Clean up organic body waste (blood, body fluids, feces, etc.) as instructed.
• Hang cubicle curtains, shower curtains, and window coverings.
• Sanitize patient equipment such as I.V. poles and pumps after discharge.
• Learn and demonstrate new healthcare cleaning procedures as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Can this role accept experience instead of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have ability to understand and converse in English at a level which allows safe, efficient, performance of the job.
• Staff adheres to all I C.A.R.E. Standards.
• Requires manual dexterity and ability to stand for long periods.
• Performs all Environmental Services related tasks and demonstrates ability to follow department guidelines related to the work.
• Performs basic and heavier cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods.
• Demonstrates service orientation to fellow employees, staff, and patients.
• Cleans patient equipment as requested, including beds and furnishings.
• Assists in manpower support for office and/or related moves, conference setups, and other duties as required.
• Uses proper chemicals for tasks.
• Performs cleaning of emergency spills when observed or upon request.
• Assists nursing in making up extra beds and other duties during community disasters.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (with assistance)
• Carrying Occasionally (3-33%) 35lbs+ (with assistance)
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (<2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.