Housekeeper

Methuen Hospital; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Methuen Hospital seeks a dedicated janitorial associate to clean and maintain patient areas, bathrooms, floors, and furnishings, using approved chemicals and equipment to ensure a sanitary environment.

Responsibilities include daily cleaning of assigned areas, restocking supplies, handling disposal, and assisting with discharge cleaning of patient rooms. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, and the role requires reliable teamwork and adherence to department procedures.

Qualifications

• Cleans and maintains assigned areas including patient rooms, bathrooms, floors and furnishings.
• Uses approved chemicals and equipment for sanitation.
• Follows department procedures and patient safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned area daily including bathrooms, flooring, furnishings, surfaces and trash receptacles.
• Cleans patient furnishings and beds on discharge per procedures.
• Maintains orderly cart, caddy, equipment and janitor closets.
• Obtains and stores supplies and equipment at shift start and end.
• Completes tasks with minimal supervision.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning

Sanitation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Responsible for cleaning and maintaining assigned areas, including patient rooms, bathrooms, floors, and furnishings, using proper chemicals and equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Cleans assigned area each day, including bathrooms, flooring, furnishings, flat surfaces, high surfaces, and trash receptacles.


• Cleans the patient's furnishings and bed upon discharge following departmental procedures/standards for check-out.


• Cleans the assigned area utilizing proper chemicals.


• Cleans assigned area utilizing appropriate equipment.


• Obtains supplies and equipment at the beginning of each shift and puts supplies and equipment away at the end of each shift.


• Maintains cart, caddy, equipment, and janitors closets in an orderly fashion.


• Cleans the assigned area in a designated time frame.


• Executes a job with little supervision.


• Completes all other duties as assigned.


• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred