Housekeeper 1 | Full-Time, Shifts Vary

Phelps Health; Fishersville (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health is seeking a Housekeeper 1 to perform routine cleaning in patient rooms and surrounding areas according to established standards in a hospital setting.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent (preferred) and 0-3 months of housekeeping experience or on-the-job training. Must read, write, and follow directions, with good communication and organizational skills; ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work around cleaning chemicals.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred; basic education required.
• 0-3 months housekeeping experience or floor care; on-the-job training available.
• Must read, write, and follow directions; ability to learn tasks.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned patient rooms and ancillary areas daily per procedures.
• Cleans assigned office spaces per policy.
• Keeps housekeeping carts and closets clean, neat and organized at all times.
• Fills out daily sheets and submits to supervisor daily.
• Notifies supervisor of issues related to cleaning, chemicals, equipment, or safety.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Communication

Follow instructions

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

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General Summary

• The Housekeeper 1 performs the daily routine cleaning duties according to the performance standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned patient rooms and ancillary areas on a daily basis following procedures and guidelines.
• Cleans assigned office spaces per policy.
• Uses appropriate cleaners for jobs assigned. Keeps carts locked and stored in proper locations. Keeps housekeeping carts/janitor closets clean, neat and organized at all times.
• Fills out daily sheets correctly. Must be turned into supervisor/director on a daily basis.
• Notifies supervisor of problems related to the cleaning and maintenance of assigned areas, chemicals, equipment failure, safety issues, facility issues that need repair or maintenance by Plant Operations.

Education

• High School graduate or equivalent preferred, a basic amount of education is necessary. Ability to read, write and follow directions. Must be willing and able to learn other tasks and duties.

Work Experience

• A minimum of 0-3 months experience in housekeeping or floor care which can be learned through on-the-job training or previous experience.

Certification/License

• Not Applicable

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Ability to read, write and perform basic math tasks. Good communications skills. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Ability to organize work. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, twist, lift weights up to 40 pounds, push linen carts weighing 300 lbs. Basic computer skills. Long periods of standing and walking. Ability to learn and follow hospital and Environmental Services policies and procedures. Ability to use chemicals and operate housekeeping equipment safely.

Working Conditions

• May encounter unpleasant conditions, offensive odors, body fluids. Potential exposure to infectious diseases. Exposure to housekeeping and floor finishing chemicals, slick or wet floor surfaces. Employee may work in an area that contains medications.