Housekeeper

Worksourceheartofgeorgia; Claxton (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Worksourceheartofgeorgia is seeking a dedicated Environmental Services Technician (Hospital Housekeeper) in Claxton, Georgia. This position involves cleaning and disinfecting patient rooms, ORs, and public areas, ensuring strict adherence to infection control protocols. Responsibilities include performing terminal cleaning, waste disposal, laundry management, and safety adherence. Ideal candidates will have physical stamina and attention to detail. This is an essential role in ensuring a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina is required for the cleaning tasks.
• Attention to detail is crucial for infection control protocols.
• Compliance with safety standards and handling chemicals appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Perform terminal cleaning of patient rooms upon discharge.
• Adhere to protocols for handling infectious waste and cleaning.
• Dispose of trash and hazardous waste according to safety guidelines.
• Clean, wash, fold, and replenish linens and towels.
• Replenish supplies such as toiletries and cleaning agents.
• Report broken or malfunctioning equipment.
• Maintain safety standards including proper chemical handling.

Job description

A hospital housekeeper (Environmental Services Technician) cleans and disinfects patient rooms, ORs, and public areas, following strict infection control protocols to prevent cross-contamination. Key duties include removing biohazardous waste, sanitizing surfaces, restocking supplies, and laundry management. This role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and compliance with safety standards.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

Sanitization: Perform terminal cleaning (deep cleaning) of patient rooms upon discharge and routine cleaning of restrooms, nursing units, and waiting areas.

Infection Control: Adhere to strict protocols for handling infectious waste and cleaning, using appropriate chemical solutions, disinfectants, and personal protective equipment (PPE).

Waste Disposal: Dispose of trash and hazardous waste (biohazards) according to strict safety guidelines.

Laundry Services: Clean, wash, fold, and replenish linens, gowns, and towels.

Restocking: Replenish supplies such as toiletries, soap, paper towels, and cleaning agents.

Maintenance Reporting: Identify and report broken, damaged, or malfunctioning equipment and fixtures.

Safety Adherence: Maintain safety standards, including proper chemical labeling and handling.