Healthcare Facility Cleaner

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 7,200 - 11,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

PPE provided

Career advancement

Employee assistance program

Pension fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a reliable Healthcare Facility Cleaner in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. The role focuses on maintaining high cleanliness and infection control in a medical setting, covering patient rooms, operating theaters, and common areas.

You will follow strict disinfectant protocols and health-and-safety guidelines while supporting patient well-being. The position offers stable, long-term employment with PPE provision and ongoing training to uphold healthcare cleaning standards.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in healthcare cleaning is required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect patient rooms, wards, and treatment areas.
• Sanitize operating theaters and critical care spaces per protocol.
• Keep common areas, waiting rooms, corridors and receptions clean.
• Empty and clean waste bins, including regulated medical waste, per procedures.
• Refill supplies in patient and staff restrooms.
• Maintain cleaning equipment and store safely.
• Follow infection control policies at all times.
• Report maintenance or safety concerns to supervisor promptly.
• Handle hazardous materials per health and safety rules.
• Follow cleaning schedules and checklists to complete tasks.

Skills

Healthcare cleaning

Infection control

Disinfectants knowledge

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Reliability

Shift work

Communication

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading healthcare provider in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, is seeking a highly reliable and conscientious Healthcare Facility Cleaner. This critical role is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and infection control within a medical environment. You will be responsible for ensuring all areas, including patient rooms, operating theaters, common areas, and administrative offices, are impeccably clean and sanitized to prevent the spread of infections. A thorough understanding of healthcare cleaning protocols, the safe use of disinfectants, and a compassionate approach are essential. This is a vital position contributing to patient well-being and safety in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, and offers a stable career path in a respected institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cleaning and disinfection of patient rooms, wards, and treatment areas.
• Clean and sanitize operating theaters, sterile environments, and other critical care spaces according to strict protocols.
• Maintain the cleanliness of common areas, waiting rooms, corridors, and reception areas.
• Empty and clean all waste bins, including those containing regulated medical waste, following established procedures.
• Clean and replenish supplies in patient and staff restrooms.
• Ensure all cleaning equipment and supplies are properly maintained, stored, and replenished.
• Adhere strictly to infection control policies and procedures at all times.
• Report any maintenance issues, safety hazards, or concerns regarding cleanliness to the supervisor immediately.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Follow detailed cleaning schedules and checklists to ensure all tasks are completed effectively.

Requirements

• Previous experience in cleaning, specifically within a healthcare setting (hospital, clinic, or medical facility), is mandatory.
• In-depth knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
• Familiarity with the safe use of disinfectants and cleaning agents used in healthcare environments.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, often with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining immaculate standards.
• Good physical health and stamina to perform demanding cleaning tasks.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong sense of responsibility.
• Must be able to work shifts, including potential weekends and public holidays, as required by the facility's needs.
• Must be willing to work in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive training on healthcare-specific cleaning protocols.
• Opportunities for career advancement within the healthcare sector.
• Provision of all necessary cleaning supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Contribution to a vital service ensuring public health and safety.
• A supportive and professional work environment in Queenstown, Eastern Cape.
• Potential for stable, long-term employment.
• Employee assistance program.
• Opportunities to make a direct impact on patient care and recovery.
• Pension fund contributions.