Compassionate Hospital Environmental Services Associate

Lifespan; Taunton (MA); On-site; USD 25,816 - 37,649; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Taunton is seeking a cleaner to perform various cleaning functions, ensuring the hospital is sanitary and orderly. Responsibilities include sanitizing patient rooms and common areas, maintaining cleaning equipment, and adhering to health and safety protocols. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to follow directions and communicate effectively. This position offers a pay range of $18.74 to $27.33 per hour, with flexible shift types.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions in various areas.
• Demonstrated respect and regard for the dignity of all patients and employees.
• Communication skills to interact with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms effectively.
• Maintains the housekeeping cart in a clean and organized manner.
• Notifies supervisor of damaged furniture or areas that need attention.

Skills

Ability to follow oral and written directions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY:
Performs various cleaning functions in assigned work area following established policies and procedures necessary to maintain the hospital in a sanitary, attractive, and orderly condition. Other related duties as assigned/p
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
Instill Trust and Value Differences
Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
RESPONSIBILITIES:
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Cleans and sanitizes patient rooms and other areas effectively
Utilizes the ten step cleaning approach to deliver a clean and safe environment.
Shower rooms are cleaned, disinfected and aesthetically maintained
Utility rooms and hampers are cleaned, disinfected and maintained appropriately
Water is changed after cleaning a maximum of three rooms or when water is visibly soiled
Maintains the housekeeping cart in a clean, neat order
Stocks up housekeeping cart for the next shift
Insures all working equipment is cleaned and polished
Commodes are properly cleaned and disinfected
Paper band is placed around commode seat after cleaning to indicate cleanliness and readiness for patient utilization
IV poles are cleaned and disinfected properly
Patient chairs and furniture is disinfected and aesthetically cleaned
Notifies supervisor of damaged furniture, soiled curtains or other areas that need attention
Exercises protective equipment controls when dealing with bloodborne pathogens
Wears protective equipment to ensure own safety when handling blood and bloody fluids
Complies with guidelines in the handling and disposal of infectious waste
Follows proper procedure on the cleaning and disinfecting of contaminated areas
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Commits to recognize and respect cultural diversity for all customers (internal and external).
Communicates effectively with internal and external customers with respect of differences in cultures, values, beliefs and ages, utilizing interpreters when needed.
Performs other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to follow oral and written directions
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED preferred. Elementary-level required

Pay Range:

$18.74-$27.33

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Morton Hospital - 88 Washington Street Taunton, Massachusetts 02780

Work Type:

variable

Work Shift:

Variable

Driving Required:

No

Union:

1199 Seiu United Healthcare Workers East