Healthcare Laundry Aide: Patient Linen Specialist

PruittHealth; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth in Valdosta, GA is seeking a dedicated Laundry Attendant to operate washers and dryers, load and unload linens, and ensure items are clean and ready for patient care.

You will follow MSDS guidelines, handle stains, sort and fold laundry, and deliver linens to designated areas on the unit. This full-time, first-shift position offers on-the-job training in a healthcare setting. Join a team dedicated to patient comfort and infection control.

Qualifications

• High School Degree preferred.
• On-the-job training provided.
• Healthcare laundering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Folds and sorts laundry (blankets, sheets, towels etc.) and personal clothing items
• Hangs clothes on racks according to name and numbers.
• Delivers patient/resident’s laundry to designated areas
• Ensures that patients/residents clothes are ready to wear, not in disrepair and put in proper place
• Understands functions of various soaps and bleaches
• Follows precautions as stated on MSDS for all chemicals used
• Washes and dries clothes and linens
• Keeps equipment clean and follows cleaning schedules
• Maintains a clean and organized area; sweeps and mops laundry area
• Reports any needed repairs to maintenance department
• Operates large filters according to established schedules
• Ensures proper handling of soiled laundry items
• Cleans and disinfects linen carts as required per policy and procedure
• Empties washers and dryers as requested/necessary
• Operates water, gas, and electric cutoff switches and valves
• Understands the proper process for stain removal

Education

High School Degree

Job description

PruittHealth in Valdosta, GA is seeking a dedicated Laundry Attendant to operate washers and dryers, load and unload linens, and ensure items are clean and ready for patient care.

You will follow MSDS guidelines, handle stains, sort and fold laundry, and deliver linens to designated areas on the unit. This full-time, first-shift position offers on-the-job training in a healthcare setting. Join a team dedicated to patient comfort and infection control.