Healthcare Cleaner (Specialized)

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Healthcare Cleaner for a facility in Queenstown to uphold the highest sanitation and infection control standards across patient rooms, surgical areas, and public spaces.

You will collaborate with healthcare staff, follow strict protocols, and handle waste management and cleaning equipment with meticulous care. Prior healthcare cleaning experience and knowledge of safety regulations are preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a healthcare cleaner or similar specialized cleaning role in a medical facility.
• In-depth knowledge of infection control procedures, chemical disinfection, and healthcare waste management.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations in healthcare settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in sensitive environments.
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous cleaning approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, wards, treatment areas, and public spaces.
• Sanitize operating rooms, sterile processing areas, and other critical zones per protocols.
• Manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste in accordance with healthcare regulations.
• Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as high-efficiency vacuums and steam cleaners.
• Respond promptly to biohazard incidents and emergency cleaning needs.
• Maintain logs of cleaning activities, supplies used, and issues identified.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled and conscientious Healthcare Cleaner to ensure the highest standards of sanitation and infection control at their facility in Queenstown . This critical role involves meticulous cleaning and disinfection of various healthcare environments, including patient rooms, surgical areas, and public spaces. You will work closely with healthcare staff to maintain a safe, hygienic, and welcoming atmosphere for patients and visitors. The ideal candidate possesses specialized knowledge of healthcare cleaning protocols and a commitment to public health.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, wards, and treatment areas.
• Clean and sanitize operating rooms, sterile processing areas, and other critical zones according to strict protocols.
• Manage the disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste streams in compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Operate and maintain specialized cleaning equipment, including high-efficiency vacuums and steam cleaners.
• Respond promptly and effectively to biohazard incidents and emergency cleaning needs.
• Maintain accurate logs of cleaning activities, supplies used, and any identified issues.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a healthcare cleaner or in a similar specialized cleaning role within a medical facility.
• In-depth knowledge of infection control procedures, chemical disinfection, and waste management in healthcare settings.
• Familiarity with relevant health and safety regulations (e.g., SANS standards).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a sensitive environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a meticulous approach to cleaning tasks.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary commensurate with experience and expertise.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and specialized training.
• Provision of uniforms and high-quality personal protective equipment (PPE).
• A stable and respected position within the healthcare sector.