Aide, Housekeeping

Kaiser Permanente; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Salem, Oregon is seeking a housekeeping worker to perform a variety of cleaning duties in hospitals, clinics and related facilities under close supervision. The role involves routine cleaning, replenishing supplies and following established procedures to prevent the spread of infection.

The position requires standing and walking most of the shift, the ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally, and to push carts weighing up to 350 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must understand oral and written communication.
• Ability to stand and walk most of the shift; ability to lift 35 pounds frequently and 60 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas with cleaning solutions and disinfectants.
• Sanitize and polish sinks, mirrors, tubs and related equipment.
• Strip, wash and make beds; collect and transport soiled linen.
• Empty waste and dispose of trash; move furniture and supplies as needed.
• Clean fixtures, vents, bases and corners; vacuum carpets and dust blinds.
• Report mechanical issues and safety hazards to supervisor.
• Follow infection control protocols and universal precautions.

Skills

Housekeeping experience

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, perform a variety of designated housekeeping duties in the various hospitals, clinics and houses, following routine or established procedures.

Essential Responsibilities

• Clean assigned areas by washing furnishing, walls, floors and equipment with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent spread of disease.
• Sanitize and polish sinks, mirrors, tubs and similar equipment. Replenish supplies of soap, towels and other dispensable items.
• Strip, wash and make beds in prescribed manner following correct discharge procedures. Collect soiled linen and transport to appropriate storage area.
• Empty waste baskets and ashtrays and arrange furniture in an orderly manner. Collect trash and infectious waste and dispose properly. Move furniture, supplies and miscellaneous related items.
• Clean mirrors, ledges, vents, light fixtures, fire extinguisher, cabinets, baseboards, bathroom fixtures and corners. Vacuum carpets and dust blinds.
• Spot and steam clean carpets. Refinish tile floors. Steam clean beds, stretchers and gurnnies, and other rolling-stock equipment as assigned.
• Report mechanical failures and negative conditions as observed.
• At the end of shift, return unused supplies to utility rooms, leave soiled linen and trash in designated areas and clean cart and equipment.
• Follow established infection control protocol in terms of observing universal precautions and isolation cleaning procedures.
• Identify safety issues and report them as soon as possible to their immediate supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

Experience

• Housekeeping (environmental hygiene) exp.

Education

• N/A

License, Certification, Registration

• N/A

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to understand oral & written communication.
• Able to stand and walk majority of shift, and ability to lift, bend, reach and twist repetitively.
• Able to lift 35 pounds frequently, 60 pounds occasionally, and push carts weighing up to 350 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Commercial/Medical housekeeping experience.

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