Hospital Housekeeper — Create Safe, Healing Spaces

Baton-Rouge-General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

Professional development

Paid time off

Flexible working options

Baton Rouge General Fit! program

Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking a dependable, self-motivated housekeeping professional to maintain patient rooms, offices, and hallways in a safe and sanitary condition. You will follow infection control standards and use approved cleaning solutions while supporting a healing environment.

The role requires physical effort, independence, and adherence to chemical safety directions. Join a team that values patient care and employee well-being in a facility with multiple campuses.

Qualifications

• Dependable and self-motivated with strong attention to cleanliness and safety.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions without constant supervision.
• Prior housekeeping or custodial experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow chemical safety directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cleaning tasks to maintain patient rooms, offices, hallways, and other areas in a safe and sanitary condition.
• Help support a healing environment by ensuring cleanliness and infection control are always maintained.
• Clean and sanitize patient rooms, baths, offices, halls, and other areas following established standards
• Maintain floor cleanliness: sweep, mop, apply finishes, vacuum, and spot clean as needed
• Remove trash and waste safely; restock applicable dispensers
• Use appropriate chemicals and cleaning solutions per guidelines and safety standards
• Operate mechanical and electrical cleaning equipment appropriately
• Report low supplies or equipment issues to supervisor promptly
• Observe proper isolation, asepsis, and infection control procedures
• Dispose of materials per hospital policies
• Complete tasks efficiently and ensure all shift responsibilities are finished or handed off
• Maintain work area organization and take initiative to improve workflow
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Housekeeping

Safety awareness

Independent work

Chemical safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Baton Rouge General is seeking a dependable, self-motivated housekeeping professional to maintain patient rooms, offices, and hallways in a safe and sanitary condition. You will follow infection control standards and use approved cleaning solutions while supporting a healing environment.

The role requires physical effort, independence, and adherence to chemical safety directions. Join a team that values patient care and employee well-being in a facility with multiple campuses.