Clinical Cleaning Specialist

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; United States; Remote; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for cleaners to support preparation and service in patient areas, wards, clinics and theatres. The role covers cleaning floors, furniture, fixtures and sanitary areas, with safe waste disposal according to NHSS policy, and adherence to infection prevention guidelines.

You may be required to work in other facilities areas with proper training.

Qualifications

• GCSE/equivalent, Previous Domestic experience, Previous healthcare environment experience
• Previous use of cleaning machinery, floor polishing machinery
• Knowledge of colour coding systems, a general understanding of why cleanliness in a patient/healthcare environment is important
• Health and safety basic knowledge, Ability to work on own initiative
• Communication skills
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to work as part of a team, Willingness and ability to undertake further training as necessary

Responsibilities

• Involved in preparation and service of patients areas, including bedded areas, wards, departments, clinics, theatres or any other non-occupied areas.
• Carry out a wide range of cleaning and monitoring duties to maintain high standards of cleanliness and service quality.
• Safely dispose/packaging of waste in line with NHSS policy (clinical and household waste).
• Clean floors, furniture, fixtures, fittings, glassware, and sanitary areas across Clinical and Non-Clinical Areas.
• Maintain stocks of cleaning materials, complete records/log sheets, and keep schedules up to date.
• Follow Healthcare Associated Infection guidance to protect patients and staff.
• May be asked to work in other areas with appropriate training; flexible working arrangements may be considered.

Skills

Health and safety knowledge

Teamwork

Communication skills

Self-initiative

Willingness to train

Education

GCSE/equivalent

Healthcare environment experience

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Floor polishing machinery

Waste handling procedures

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is recruiting for cleaners to support preparation and service in patient areas, wards, clinics and theatres. The role covers cleaning floors, furniture, fixtures and sanitary areas, with safe waste disposal according to NHSS policy, and adherence to infection prevention guidelines.

You may be required to work in other facilities areas with proper training.