Environmental/Laundry Services (Per Diem)

Calvary Hospital; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,256 - 40,244; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free On-Site Parking

Job summary

A healthcare facility in New York is seeking a Housekeeping staff member to maintain cleanliness and uphold the necessary sanitary conditions in patient and non-patient areas. Responsibilities include performing housekeeping and laundry duties under supervision. Candidates should have a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and the physical ability to carry and lift weights. This position offers a per diem contract with a flexible schedule including day, evening, and night shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous housekeeping/laundry experience preferred.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English is required.
• Carry weight and lift up to 10lbs frequently, and up to 40lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and services hospital building area including patient spaces.
• Performs a variety of housekeeping and laundry duties.

Skills

Communication with patients, staff and visitors

Ability to perform basic calculations

Aptitude for standing and walking for extended periods

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

For over 125 years, Calvary Hospital and Calvary @Home located in the Bronx, New York has been dedicated to the palliative care of advanced cancer and other terminally ill patients and their families. Through a caring, compassionate philosophy of non-abandonment, the hospital provides a full spectrum of palliative services, including emotional, spiritual, and physical care. The hospital receives patients from referring institutions throughout New York City and the entire tristate area. When you come to Calvary Hospital, you’re not just getting a job, you’re joining a family.

Benefits/Perks

• Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous housekeeping/laundry experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate with patients, staff and visitors.
• Aptitude to perform basic calculations and transcription of numerical records is required.
• Ability to speak, read, and write in English is required.
• Carry weight and lift up to 10lbs. frequently, and up to 40lbs. occasionally.
• Must have the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Exhibits an ability and attitude relative to the spirit of caring and tradition at Calvary Hospital as required by specific job duties and functions.

Responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Environment Services Manager, or designee, cleans and services hospital building area, including patient and non-patient space, and performs a variety of housekeeping and or laundry duties to maintain the hospital and its grounds in an orderly and sanitary condition.

Job Type

Per Diem; Day, Evening, Night

Salary

$24.8624/hourly

COVID-19 vaccination is strongly encouraged for all new hires prior to beginning employment at Calvary Hospital.