Healthcare Laundry Technician: Clean, Safe & Efficient

Sanford; Chamberlain (SD); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a Laundry Aide to perform day-to-day tasks in maintaining a clean environment within a healthcare facility. The role involves sorting, washing, disinfecting linens, and distributing clean laundry while following infection prevention guidelines and location policies.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 30-50 lbs, operate computer systems, and have a valid driver’s license. Overtime and shift variations may apply to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to use a computer and familiarity with healthcare cleaning is helpful.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 30-50 lbs and push/pull up to 500 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean environment in a health care setting.
• Handle laundry including sorting, washing, chemical application, and water temperature.
• Follow location standard processes and policies for tasks.
• Follow infection prevention guidelines when handling contaminated laundry.
• Participate in collection, sorting, handling, storage, and distribution of linens.
• Collect dirty linens from wards and distribute clean linens.
• Wash, dry, fold linens and label properly.
• Store and secure laundry supplies and equipment.
• Wear PPE as required.
• Work overtime, nights, weekends, holidays as needed.
• Remain on feet for the majority of shift.

Skills

Computer literacy

Healthcare cleaning experience

Lifting 30-50 lbs

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Sanford Health in the United States is seeking a Laundry Aide to perform day-to-day tasks in maintaining a clean environment within a healthcare facility. The role involves sorting, washing, disinfecting linens, and distributing clean laundry while following infection prevention guidelines and location policies.

Candidates should be able to lift up to 30-50 lbs, operate computer systems, and have a valid driver’s license. Overtime and shift variations may apply to meet patient needs.