Healthcare Environmental Services Aide

Kaiser Permanente; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Salem, Oregon, is seeking a dedicated hospital housekeeper to perform a variety of cleaning duties in hospitals, clinics and related facilities under supervision. You will follow routine procedures to maintain a clean, sanitary environment and support infection control standards.

The role requires ability to stand, walk most of shift and lift up to 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally, and push carts up to 350 pounds.

Qualifications

• Experience in housekeeping (environmental hygiene).

Responsibilities

• Clean areas using cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent disease spread.
• Sanitize and polish sinks, mirrors, tubs; restock soap, towels and dispensable items.
• Strip, wash and make beds following discharge procedures; collect soiled linen.
• Empty waste and dispose of trash and infectious waste; move furniture as needed.
• Clean fixtures, vents, light fixtures, cabinets, baseboards, and bathroom fixtures; vacuum carpets.
• Spot/steam clean carpets; refinishing tile floors; steam clean beds and gurneys.
• Report equipment failures and unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Return unused supplies, leave soiled linen and trash in designated areas; clean cart.
• Follow universal precautions and infection control protocols.
• Identify safety issues and report promptly.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Housekeeping (environmental hygiene)

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Salem, Oregon, is seeking a dedicated hospital housekeeper to perform a variety of cleaning duties in hospitals, clinics and related facilities under supervision. You will follow routine procedures to maintain a clean, sanitary environment and support infection control standards.

The role requires ability to stand, walk most of shift and lift up to 35 pounds frequently, up to 60 pounds occasionally, and push carts up to 350 pounds.