EH - Housekeeper Clinical Sr.

Exeter Hospital; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is seeking a lead worker in patient care areas to support staff and respond to service requests across departments. The role requires effective communication, coordination, and adherence to safety protocols.

Located in Exeter, New Hampshire, the hospital offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and professional development. 1–3 years of experience is preferred for this hands-on position.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Carries beeper and IP phone taking calls/requests and assigns staff as required by situations. Documents all requests in log. Delivers pager and gives report to next shift/Sr. Housekeeper. May rearrange staffing to ensure adequate coverage during callouts as needed.
• Monitors bed tracking system.
• Cleans all areas as assigned, cleans floors using care techniques of vacuuming, dry and damp mopping. Performing all duties in a safe manner donning appropriate PPE according to standards.
• Reports all aesthetic issues, need for repair to manager. Report/remove and tags any defective, damaged or broken equipment using LOTO as required.
• Uses cleaning chemicals in accordance with use guidelines.
• Handles waste removal to include general, biohazard/infectious waste, sharps, hazardous and confidential waste using appropriate protocol. May handle hazardous waste.
• May provide job training for new hires.
• Issues, delivers & removes linens to areas in accordance to established protocols, documenting all issues.
• Maintains & replenishes supplies on carts/closets in orderly clean fashion in accordance to established protocols.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Job description

Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a nationally recognized, non‑profit community hospital that has been caring for the Seacoast region since 1896. With more than 1,400 employees and 370 affiliated physicians, Exeter Hospital provides comprehensive services across cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, breast health, maternity, and more—all supported by advanced technologies and an unwavering commitment to patient‑centered care. At Exeter Hospital, you’ll find a close‑knit, collaborative environment where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Signing Bonus: $1,500.

Why Join Us

• Magnet recognized hospital known for nursing excellence and quality care
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment
• Career growth and leadership development opportunities across Beth Israel Lahey Health
• Free onsite parking
• Strong sense of community and teamwork where your contributions are recognized
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities and advanced technology to support exceptional care
• Located in scenic Exeter, New Hampshire—just minutes from the Seacoast, with easy access to Boston and Portland

Functions as lead worker in patient care areas of the hospital. Responds to calls for service from other departments and may direct the activities of other staff on a given shift. Communicates effectively the status of the department's activities to the oncoming shift; must be able to implement verbal and written instructions.

Requirements

• 1–3 years experience

Major Responsibilities

• Carries beeper and IP phone taking calls/requests and assigns staff as required by situations. Documents all requests in log. Delivers pager and gives report to next shift/Sr. Housekeeper. May rearrange staffing to ensure adequate coverage during callouts as needed.
• Monitors bed tracking system.
• Cleans all areas as assigned, cleans floors using care techniques of vacuuming, dry and damp mopping. Performing all duties in a safe manner donning appropriate PPE according to standards.
• Reports all aesthetic issues, need for repair to manager. Report/remove and tags any defective, damaged or broken equipment using LOTO as required.
• Uses cleaning chemicals in accordance with use guidelines.
• Handles waste removal to include general, biohazard/infectious waste, sharps, hazardous and confidential waste using appropriate protocol. May handle hazardous waste.
• May provide job training for new hires.
• Issues, delivers & removes linens to areas in accordance to established protocols, documenting all issues.
• Maintains & replenishes supplies on carts/closets in orderly clean fashion in accordance to established protocols.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.